Morning Starters: Spring 2 - Mischievous Animals
Did You Know?
Grey squirrels are masters of deception when it comes to food. These mischievous mammals often steal nuts from others, but some squirrels have grown wise to their tricks. To confuse thieves, they pretend to bury their stash in one spot, only to secretly hide it elsewhere. Their clever strategies for survival prove they’re not just cheeky but also remarkably resourceful!
Word Challenge
Identify and write the correct spelling of each back-to-front word listed below:
1) noitpeced
2) lavivrus
3) lufecruoser
4) seigetarts
Grammar Challenge
Write a sentence that includes 3 actions performed by a grey squirrel.
Example:
The grey squirrel scurried along the fence, paused to twitch its bushy tail and nibbled on an stolen acorn.
Number Challenge
Greyson the grey squirrel lost 25% of his buried nuts to another squirrel.
If he lost 237 nuts, how many did he bury in total?
Critical Thinking
If a grey squirrel could talk, what do you think it would say about humans?