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A Badger Near Its Den
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Color a Wisconsin badger near its den in a grassy clearing. Explore how badgers dig, find food, and make their homes.
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A Badger in the Grass
What makes a hole in a grassy field? In Wisconsin, a badger may dig one!
A badger has a low, wide body and short legs. Its fur is mostly gray and brown. A white stripe runs along its face and over its head.
The badger’s front feet have long, strong claws. They help it dig into the soil. A badger can dig fast!
A hole in the ground can lead to a den. A den is a place where a badger can rest and stay safe. A badger may dig more than one den in its home area.
Picture a badger near its den in a grassy clearing. A few wildflowers grow near the hole. Loose dirt lies in a pile by the den.
The badger may sniff the air. Its keen nose helps it find food. It eats small animals, such as mice and ground squirrels.
Sometimes a badger digs to reach an animal hiding underground. Its strong legs and claws help it move soil out of the way.
Badgers often look for food at night. During the day, a badger may rest in its den. The cool soil gives it a sheltered place to sleep.
A badger is a wild animal. If you see one, give it plenty of space. You can watch from far away and let it go about its day.
The grass, flowers, and soil make a home for many living things. The badger is one of the animals that can live there.
Glossary
- soil: The dirt in the ground where plants can grow.
- claws: Sharp, hard parts on the ends of some animals' toes.
- clearing: An open space in an area with plants or trees.
- keen: Very good at sensing something.
- sheltered: Protected from things outside.
Comprehension questions
What is this passage mostly about?
What colors are most of a badger's fur?
How do a badger's claws help it?
What can a hole in the ground lead to?
Why might a badger dig to reach an animal?
When do badgers often look for food?
What might a badger do during the day after looking for food at night?
What does the word 'keen' tell you about the badger's nose?
If a mouse hides underground, what might a badger do to reach it?
What should you do if you see a badger?
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vocabulary
Match the passage words to their meanings, then fill the missing words back into real sentences.
writing prompts
Two writing tasks that build on the passage, with plenty of lines to write on.
Learn About Badgers Through Coloring
Download this free coloring page to print a Wisconsin badger near its den. The simple outlines and open spaces make it a good choice for young artists.
Pair the coloring page with the informative reading passage, A Badger in the Grass, to explore badger claws, dens, and habitats. Comprehension questions and a glossary can help children review what they read and learn new words.
Use printable coloring pages like this one in the classroom or at home as part of an animal or habitat lesson.