Bison Babies

This page covers how bison reproduce, beginning with the mating season and continuing through gestation. It describes the birth of calves, their early life, and how mothers care for them. The role of the herd in protecting young is emphasized. Students learn that calves grow quickly and begin grazing early.

Students engage with sequencing and life cycle concepts. They develop biological vocabulary like “gestation” and “calves.” Understanding the stages of animal growth enhances science literacy. This worksheet promotes careful reading and inferencing. It supports students in explaining complex natural processes.