Click here to explore the words 'rotten' and 'scuttled'

In the story the rat scuttled off to look for a rotten egg.

Which of these eggs do you think are rotten?

Can you identify which of the items below are also rotten?

What are the similarities and differences between rotten and not rotten?

In the story the rat 'scuttled' off to look for a rotten egg.

Scuttled means 'to move quickly with small, short steps'.

Can you think of any other animals that 'scuttle'?

Can you have a go at 'scuttling' yourself?

Exploring Decay This article explores decay and has lots of suggestions of fun things you could do with your child to explore and investigate growth, decay and change such as making a water bottle compost and sealing bread in separate bags and soaking one with milk!

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