Learn why a baby kangaroo, called a joey, stays safe and cozy inside its mother’s pouch in an easy and fun way for young children.
Hi there! Do you know about baby kangaroos? They are called joeys. When a joey is very little, it stays inside its mommy kangaroo’s pouch. This pouch is like a special little pocket on her tummy.
Why is the pouch the safest place for baby kangaroos? Well, inside the pouch, the joey is warm, cozy, and protected from the weather, like rain or cold wind. It is also safe from animals that might want to scare or hurt the little joey.
The mommy kangaroo’s pouch is soft and snug, so the baby can rest and grow big and strong. When the joey is ready, it will peek outside and start hopping around, but it always comes back to the pouch to feel safe again.
So, the mother’s pouch is like a special, safe home where the baby kangaroo can sleep, eat, and stay perfect until it’s big enough to hop all by itself!