The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!™
Activities by Topic
The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!™ is designed to spark a love of learning and an interest in science in preschool-aged children. Based on Random House's best-selling Beginner Book collection "The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library™," the TV series and online resources are designed to cultivate positive views about science and scientists among the next generation - the children who will become tomorrow's citizens and innovators — and help teachers and families build communities of science explorers.
Click on a topic below to discover the many fun ways that you can infuse The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!™ into your classroom to support your curriculum goals.
Migration Vacation: Bird Migration
When the cold winter makes it hard to find food, some birds fly far away - or migrate - to warmer places where there's more food. Find video, classroom activities, and a fun game to engage children in learning about migration.
I Love the Nightlife: Exploring Senses
Nocturnal animals - like the owl, the bat and the opossum - sleep during the day and hunt for food at night using specialized skills. Find video and classroom activities to support children in learning about nocturnal animals.
Flower Power: Exploring Flowers
Flowers aren't just pretty. Some creatures need them for food, water, or a place to live. Find video, classroom activities, and a fun game to engage children in learning about flowers.
Snowman's Land: Exploring Weather
When water gets cold, it freezes into snow or ice. When ice or snow get warm, they melt into water. Find video, classroom activities, and a fun game to engage children in learning about weather.
Trees Company: Exploring Animals in Trees
Some creatures - like the boa constrictor, squirrel monkey, and the red-eyed tree frog - live their whole lives in trees. Find video and classroom activities to support children in learning about animals in trees.
Now You See Me: Exploring Animal Camouflage
Some animals - like the Satanic Leaf-Tail Gecko - hide by blending in with their surroundings, a method known as camouflage. Find video, classroom activities, and a fun game to engage children in learning about camouflage.
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