Cold weather already got your kids down? Tell them to imagine how a chilly eastern chipmunk might be feeling! Discover how animals like spiders, turtles, chipmunks, and more survive freezing temps, then tap into your kids’ wild side with a Zootopia 2 personality quiz.

Mittens, scarves, and central heat keep humans comfortable when winter hits—but how do other animals survive? Impress your kids with these wild facts: Wolf spiders burrow in the soil, painted turtles hang out on the bottom of bodies of water, and chipmunks drop their body temperature and heart rate.

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Looking for something to do on extra-cold days? These seven holiday crafts are easy to accomplish and eco-friendly. First up: Make this DIY orange slice garland!

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Zootopia 2 is now playing in theaters, and your kid might be wondering which of the movie characters matches their personality. To find out, have your kid answer this question:  

What’s your perfect weekend activity?
A. Solving mysteries with my friends. 
B. Cracking jokes and chilling out! 
C. Looking up cool secrets from the past online. 
D. Listening to a new episode of my favorite podcast. 
E. Zipping around the neighborhood on my bike. 

And don’t worry if the answers aren’t a perfect match for your kid. This is just for fun! 

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