Let's solve this step by step based on the
"Needs of animals" worksheet.
We are asked to:
- Put a
tick (√) in the box if the item is
needed by an animal.
- Put a
cross (×) if it is
not needed.
We’ll go through each image and determine whether it’s something an animal
needs for survival or well-being.
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Row 1:
1.
Boat
- A boat is used by humans for transportation. Animals don’t need boats.
✔ Cross (×)
2.
Bag of pet food
- This is food for pets like dogs or cats. Animals need food to survive.
✔ Tick (√)
3.
Water bowl with paw print
- Animals need water to drink. This is essential.
✔ Tick (√)
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Row 2:
4.
Laptop computer
- Laptops are for humans, not animals. Animals don’t need them.
✔ Cross (×)
5.
Box of toys (teddy bear, ball, etc.)
- While toys can be fun for pets, they are
not essential needs. Animals don’t *need* toys to survive.
✔ Cross (×) *(Note: Some might argue enrichment is important, but in basic needs context, toys are not essential)*
6.
Pet bed
- A pet bed provides comfort and shelter. Shelter is one of the basic needs (protection from weather, rest).
✔ Tick (√) *(Yes, animals need shelter – pet beds count as part of that)*
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Row 3:
7.
Baseball cap
- Hats are for humans. Animals don’t wear caps. Not needed.
✔ Cross (×)
8.
Dog house
- This is a shelter for animals (like dogs). Shelter is a basic need.
✔ Tick (√)
9.
Pet sweater / clothing
- Some animals (e.g., small dogs or cats) may need clothing in cold weather, but it's not a universal need. However, in contexts where animals are kept indoors or in cold climates, it may be considered a
supportive need. But strictly speaking,
animals don't need clothes to survive — they have fur. So unless specified otherwise, we consider it
not essential.
✔ Cross (×) *(Not a basic need; optional for comfort)*
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✔ Final Answers:
Here’s how the boxes should be filled:
```
Row 1:
[ × ] [ √ ] [ √ ]
Row 2:
[ × ] [ × ] [ √ ]
Row 3:
[ × ] [ √ ] [ × ]
```
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🔍 Summary of Animal Needs:
Animals need:
-
Food → Pet food bag
✔
-
Water → Water bowl
✔
-
Shelter → Dog house, pet bed
✔
-
Other things like toys, hats, laptops, clothes →
✘ Not essential
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✔ Correct Answer Key:
- Boat: ×
- Pet food: √
- Water bowl: √
- Laptop: ×
- Toys: ×
- Pet bed: √
- Baseball cap: ×
- Dog house: √
- Pet sweater: ×
This helps children understand
basic needs vs. wants for animals.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of animal needs worksheet 1st grade.
