How Penguins Stay Warm with Their Special Feathers and Fat Jacket - Explaining to a 6-Year-Old

Learn how penguins keep cozy in cold weather by wearing a special 'jacket' made of feathers and fat, explained simply for young children.

Penguins have a special magical coat that keeps them warm when they swim in icy water. This coat is made from lots of tiny feathers packed tightly together and a layer of soft, thick fat under their skin. These work like a cozy jacket to keep the cold away and make sure penguins feel snug and comfy, even when it’s freezing outside!

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