Curious, clever, and full of surprises! Perfect for grades 2–4, this engaging mini unit blends literature and nature study with printable fact sheets, art and journaling activities, science worksheets, a coloring mask, bookmarks, and more. A perfect way to inspire curiosity and creativity while learning about raccoons! (Inspired by the Thornton W. Burgess animal character Bobby Raccoon.)

Suggested Use:

• Science units on animals or habitats

• Literacy tie-ins with Bobby Raccoon or other Thornton Burgess stories

• Morning work, centers, or early finisher activities

• Homeschool nature study

What's Included:

Reading & Writing

• 3-page fact sheet about raccoons

• Fun fact card

• Fill-in-the-blank worksheet with answer key

• 2 pages of drawing/writing prompts

Science & Geography

• Colorable map showing where raccoons live

• Nocturnal animal sorting worksheet with key

• Tracing and matching animal tracks with key

Art & Creativity

• Drawing challenge page

• Raccoon coloring page

• Raccoon expressions drawing page

• Printable raccoon mask to color and wear

• Colorable bookmarks

Extras

• Word search with answer key

• Full-color printable poster with quote

Why you'll love it:

• Cross-curricular – integrates literacy, science, art, and geography

• No prep required – just print and go

• Flexible – great for classrooms, homeschool, centers, or sub plans

• Engaging – variety of activities keeps students motivated and excited

• Value-packed – over a dozen activities in one download

Packet Details:

• Grade Level: 2–4

• Format: PDF (instant download)

• Total Pages: 22 (total includes 5 reference pages)

• Subjects: Science, Literacy, Geography, Art, Critical Thinking