Instructions
Read the information below about alpacas, then answer the questions that follow. Use complete sentences where needed. Have fun!
All About Alpacas
Alpacas are adorable animals that belong to the camel family. They are native to the Andes Mountains in South America, particularly in countries like Peru, Bolivia, and Chile. Alpacas are known for their soft, fluffy fleece, which can be used to make warm clothes and blankets. They usually live in herds and are very social animals. An interesting fact about alpacas is that they hum to communicate with each other!
Questions
- What family do alpacas belong to?
- In which mountains are alpacas originally found?
- What is alpaca fleece used for?
- Why do you think it is important for alpacas to live in herds?
- What do alpacas do to communicate?
Social Studies Activity
Think about what you learned about alpacas and the countries they come from. Now, let's map it out!
Draw a map of South America and mark the locations of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile. Then, illustrate an alpaca in your map. Use the space below to create your map:
Fun Fact
Did you know that alpacas can live for more than 20 years? Write down a fun fact you learned about something else in this worksheet below: