Kangaroo Fun for Kids

Kangaroos are interesting animals from Australia that hop on their strong back legs. They carry their babies, called joeys, in pouches. Kangaroos live in groups and can jump very far. Children love watching them bounce across grassy plains!

Watch a Kangaroo in Action!

See how a kangaroo jumps and explores in this fun video.

What Is a Kangaroo?

Kangaroos are marsupials—mammals with pouches.

• They have big back legs and long tails for balance.
• Baby kangaroos are called joeys and live in their mother’s pouch until they grow.
• They hop using powerful leg muscles.

Where Do Kangaroos Live?

Kangaroos live in Australia in places like grasslands and open forests.

• Found across eastern and central Australia.
• Live in groups called mobs.
• They stay where there is lots of grass and safe places to rest.

What Do Kangaroos Eat?

Kangaroos are herbivores that eat plants.

• They eat grasses and shrubs.
• They chew and swallow slowly to help digestion.
• They drink water if it’s available.

How Big Is a Kangaroo?

Kangaroos can be quite large and heavy.

• They can stand up to 6 feet tall—about as tall as a grown‑up.
• They can weigh up to 200 lb (90 kg)—like a big dog or a small adult.

What Sound Do Kangaroos Make?

Kangaroos make clicking, growling, barking, and sometimes soft screams.

Cool Kangaroo Facts

Here are some fun things about kangaroos:

• They can jump up to 30 ft (9 m) in one hop.
• They use their tails like a third leg when standing or moving.
• Joeys are born tiny—about the size of a grape—and crawl into the pouch.
• They live in mobs of up to 50 animals.
• They can live up to 23 years in the wild.
• They are the tallest marsupials in the world.

Printables and Coloring Fun

Have fun with kangaroo coloring and activities!

• Download Kangaroo Coloring Page (PDF)
• Play the Kangaroo Online Coloring Game

Kangaroos in the Eco‑System

Kangaroos play important roles in nature.

• They help spread seeds and keep grasslands healthy.
• Australia has millions of kangaroos—eastern grey kangaroos are very common.
• They are not endangered, but some smaller species may face challenges from habitat changes.

Ask a Grown‑Up to Help You Learn More

Ask a grown‑up to read more about kangaroos on these websites:

• National Geographic Kids: Kangaroo
• Britannica – Kangaroo
• Misfit Animals: Kangaroo Sounds

Fun Questions About Kangaroos

Add these questions and answers as FAQs:

Ways to Donate and Support Kangaroos

You can help kangaroos by supporting wildlife groups that protect their homes and study them.

The Kangaroo Sanctuary – sponsor our kangaroos