Animal Habitats Worksheets

What children learn from this set

The worksheets introduce familiar habitats such as forests, grasslands, deserts, oceans, ponds and snowy regions. Younger children can identify animals, colour scenes and match an animal to a suitable place. Older children can sort animals by habitat, complete labels, read short clues and explain why a habitat meets an animal's needs. The activities use clear pictures and simple language, so you can choose a suitable starting point for Nursery, LKG, UKG and primary classes. For related practice, pair this set with Animals Worksheets.

Simple ways to use the worksheets

At home, begin by talking about one animal your child knows. Ask where it gets food, water and shelter before starting the worksheet. In class, place habitat picture cards around the room and let children move to the habitat they think matches an animal card. Children can work alone, with a partner or in a small group. Read clues aloud for younger learners, then invite older children to give a reason for each answer. A short drawing activity can follow, with each child adding one animal and one useful feature to a habitat.

Helping children sort habitats correctly

Children often confuse an animal's home with its larger habitat. A nest, burrow or den is a home, while a forest, pond or grassland is a habitat that provides food, water and shelter. They may also choose a habitat because an animal is shown there in a familiar picture. Help by asking, "What does this animal need here?" Some animals live in more than one kind of place, so accept a sensible answer when the child can explain it. Use local examples such as cows in farms, fish in ponds and peacocks in forest areas.