Young Animals, Birds & Their Homes Chart
Learn Young Animal Names and Their Homes with Pictures
The Young Animals, Birds & Their Homes Chart helps children learn the names of animals, their young ones, and the places where they live. Colorful pictures make this topic easy and fun for preschool and primary school children.
Animals, Young Ones & Their Homes
| Animal / Bird | Young One | Home |
|---|---|---|
| Lion | Cub | Den |
| Tiger | Cub | Den |
| Cow | Calf | Shed |
| Horse | Foal | Stable |
| Dog | Puppy | Kennel |
| Cat | Kitten | House |
| Goat | Kid | Shed |
| Sheep | Lamb | Pen |
| Hen | Chick | Coop |
| Duck | Duckling | Pond |
| Eagle | Eaglet | Nest |
| Pigeon | Squab | Nest |
| Frog | Tadpole | Pond |
| Butterfly | Caterpillar | Garden |
| Bee | Larva | Hive |
What is a Young One?
A young one is a baby animal. Different animals have different names for their babies.
Examples:
- Lion → Cub
- Cow → Calf
- Horse → Foal
- Dog → Puppy
- Cat → Kitten
- Sheep → Lamb
- Duck → Duckling
- Eagle → Eaglet
- Frog → Tadpole
Animal Homes
Animals need safe places to live, rest, find food, and raise their young ones.
Common Animal Homes
- Lion → Den
- Cow → Shed
- Horse → Stable
- Dog → Kennel
- Sheep → Pen
- Hen → Coop
- Duck → Pond
- Eagle → Nest
- Bee → Hive
- Frog → Pond
Quick Facts
- A baby lion is called a cub.
- A baby cow is called a calf.
- A baby horse is called a foal.
- A baby dog is called a puppy.
- A baby cat is called a kitten.
- A baby sheep is called a lamb.
- A baby duck is called a duckling.
- A baby eagle is called an eaglet.
- A young frog begins life as a tadpole.
- A butterfly begins life as a caterpillar.
Why Do Animals Need Homes?
Animal homes help them:
- Stay safe from danger.
- Find shelter from weather.
- Rest and sleep.
- Protect their babies.
- Find suitable places to live.
Fun Matching Activity
Match each animal with its young one:
- Lion → Cub
- Cow → Calf
- Horse → Foal
- Dog → Puppy
- Cat → Kitten
- Sheep → Lamb
- Duck → Duckling
- Eagle → Eaglet
Fun Quiz
What is a baby lion called?
Answer: Cub
What is a baby cow called?
Answer: Calf
Where does a horse live?
Answer: Stable
What is a baby dog called?
Answer: Puppy
Where does a bee live?
Answer: Hive
What does a frog start life as?
Answer: Tadpole
Where does an eagle build its home?
Answer: Nest
Did You Know?
- Lions live together in groups called prides.
- Bees live and work together inside a hive.
- Birds build nests to protect their eggs and babies.
- Tadpoles live in water before becoming frogs.
- Caterpillars change into butterflies during metamorphosis.
Why Should Kids Learn This Chart?
- Builds animal vocabulary.
- Improves memory and matching skills.
- Helps children understand nature.
- Makes science learning easier.
- Introduces baby animal names.
- Teaches children about animal homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a baby lion called?
A baby lion is called a cub.
What is a baby cow called?
A baby cow is called a calf.
What is a baby horse called?
A baby horse is called a foal.
What is a baby sheep called?
A baby sheep is called a lamb.
What is a baby duck called?
A baby duck is called a duckling.
Where do bees live?
Bees live in a hive.
Where do birds live?
Many birds build and live in nests.
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