llama

llama

The llama is a member of the camel family. It can go a long time without water. It carries heavy loads on steep trails where vehicles cannot go. Ask: What color is the llama in the photo? Is its coat smooth? How would you describe its coat?

lamb

lamb

A lamb is a baby sheep. It is born with a soft, short fur coat. As it grows, its coat of wool grows too. Every spring, the soft wool is cut (sheared). The wool that is cut off is made into yarn and thread and woven into fabric. Ask: What would it feel like to touch a lamb’s fur coat?