nature animals · Ages 3-5

Why Does the Ladybug Wear Spots?

A ladybug's bright spots can warn some animals that it may taste bad, helping the ladybug stay safer.

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1. Early one morning, a small ladybug climbed onto a leaf.

2. The ladybug counted her black spots and wondered why they were there.

3. A green caterpillar asked, “Why does your red shell wear spots?”

4. The ladybug rubbed one tiny leg and searched for an answer.

5. Then a blue bird noticed the bright red shell from a nearby twig.

6. The bird leaned closer, but the ladybug stayed still beneath her shell.

7. The bird did not taste her and flew away to find another snack.

8. The ladybug showed her spots, and the caterpillar understood.

9. Her bright spots can warn some animals that she may taste bad, helping her stay safer.

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