Book 25, Question 76 · Video
Why do raccoons do so well in cities?
Raccoons are curious and eat almost anything, from fruit to insects to leftovers. Cities give them food in garbage and pet bowls, and places to sleep in trees, sheds, chimneys, and attics. There are few big predators, and winters in the city are often milder. Most raccoons are active at night. Never feed or touch a raccoon, and keep trash bins latched.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. Why do raccoons do so well in cities?
The Big Idea
Have you ever found a trash bin knocked over in the morning? A raccoon may have visited! Raccoons love city life.
Eat Anything
Step one: Eat Anything. Raccoons are curious and eat almost anything, from fruit to insects to leftovers. Cities give them food in garbage and pet bowls.
Cozy Homes
Step two: Cozy Homes. Raccoons find places to sleep in trees, sheds, chimneys, and attics. There are plenty of hiding spots in a city.
Easy Living
Step three: Easy Living. There are few big predators, and city winters are often milder. Never feed or touch a raccoon, and keep trash bins latched.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Their paws open things. Their masks are famous. They are active at night. They solve puzzles.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! Raccoons are active at night, so you may only see their tracks in the morning. Latch your trash bins. Never feed raccoons. Bring pet food indoors.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Make a list of three ways to keep a yard from attracting raccoons. Latching bins is one idea. Bringing pet food inside is another. What else could you do? Share your list with your family.
Outro
Raccoons do well in cities because they eat almost anything, find food in garbage, sleep in trees and attics, and face few predators. Never feed or touch them. Science is amazing! What will you discover next? Every question is a new adventure, so keep wondering and keep exploring with me! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!