Parenting Panthers Short Answer

This passage explains how leopards reproduce and raise their young. Leopards are solitary animals that come together only during mating season. After mating, the female carries her cubs for about 90 to 105 days before giving birth to one to three cubs. The cubs are born blind and depend entirely on their mother for food and protection. The mother hides them in dens to keep them safe and later teaches them hunting skills by bringing back prey. Cubs stay with their mother for up to two years before becoming independent hunters.

Students gain insight into animal reproduction, parental care, and survival instincts. The passage helps them practice sequencing and detail recognition while expanding biological vocabulary. It also models clear expository structure, improving comprehension and organization in their own writing.