Learn about beavers and their unique homes with underwater entrances in this fun and engaging explanation for young kids.
Beavers build special homes called lodges. These lodges are like cozy houses made of sticks, mud, and grass. They use their strong teeth to chew down trees and collect the materials they need to build.
The really cool part about a beaver's lodge is that the entrance is under the water! This means when other animals try to get in, they can't find the door because it’s hidden! The beaver swims underwater to get inside its home, which keeps it safe from predators like foxes or owls.
Beavers want to make sure they can stay safe and warm. The water helps keep them hidden and it's like a secret tunnel! Plus, being underwater helps them stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Beavers are nature's builders! They not only build lodges, but they also make dams in rivers. Dams create ponds, which are perfect for their homes and attract a lot of other animals too!