Reptiles for 3rd Grade

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What are reptiles?

Reptiles are cold-blooded animals that have scales and breathe air.

Name three common types of reptiles.

Snakes, lizards, and turtles are common types of reptiles.

Do reptiles lay eggs or give live birth?

Most reptiles lay eggs, but some, like some types of snakes, can give live birth.

Where do most reptiles live?

Most reptiles live in warm places with plenty of sunlight.

What kind of skin do reptiles have?

Reptiles have dry, scaly skin.

How do reptiles regulate their body temperature?

Reptiles bask in the sun to warm up and seek shade to cool down because they are cold-blooded.

Can you name a reptile that is often kept as a pet?

A common pet reptile is a gecko.

What do reptiles primarily eat?

Many reptiles eat insects, while others may eat plants or small animals.

How do snakes move?

Snakes move by slithering using their muscles and scales.

Why do snakes shed their skin?

Snakes shed their skin to grow and remove parasites.

What is the largest reptile?

The saltwater crocodile is the largest reptile.

What special feature do chameleons have?

Chameleons can change their skin color to blend in with their surroundings.

How do turtles protect themselves?

Turtles protect themselves by retracting into their hard shells.

What is a unique feature of a crocodile's heart?

Crocodiles have a heart with four chambers, similar to mammals and birds.

Name a desert-dwelling reptile.

The Gila monster is a reptile that lives in the desert.