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House cats say “meow.” What do you think other cats “say”? Do they all make the same sounds? Take a guess.
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People sometimes call lions and tigers “cats.” But how similar are they really to house cats? What do you think?
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Consider this: one of a house cat's favorite things to do is squeeze into boxes.
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This lion doesn't have a box, but it's squeezing itself into a wheelbarrow! That's pretty similar to house cats!
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House cats and wild cats love chasing lasers! Big or small, cats are in the Feline family and they have a lot in common.
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This is a close-up photo of part of a cat. You might think it’s the cat’s teeth, but it isn’t. Can you guess what it is?
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It’s a cat’s tongue! It has tiny hooks all over it, which feel rough like sandpaper. But what are the hooks good for?
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When cats lick themselves, the hooks pull out itchy, loose hair. They also help scoop up water when drinking!
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House cats can jump quite high. Guess how high a leopard can jump—the same height as a kid? Into a tree? On a bus?
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Leopards can jump into tall trees! They spend most of their time up high waiting for a meal to pass by. JUMP ATTACK!
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You might have heard people say “cats always land on their feet.” Do you think this is true? Why or why not?
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Usually, yes! Over 100 years ago, a scientist took photos to show how cats twist in midair. Watch this cat catch a toy!
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  • Can animals talk to each other?

    -Sutton, 3rd Grade

  • How many animals are in the ocean?

    -Sophia, 4th Grade

  • Why do we like some foods but not others?

    -Milo, 2nd Grade

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