How Do Bears Hibernate?

Bears go to sleep for a long time in a cozy den during winter, and they wake up when it gets warmer again.

Before hibernation, bears eat a lot, like eating snacks all day and night. They store fat inside their bodies, which is like having a big snack bag that keeps them full for months.

When they go to sleep, their body slows down. Their heart beats slower, like when you take deep breaths after running around at the park. They don’t need to eat or drink because their fat snack bag gives them energy. Sometimes, they might wake up for a little bit and stretch, just like when you wake up from a short nap.

When spring comes and the weather gets warmer, the bear feels cozy enough to leave its den. It stretches, yawns, and goes out to find food again, just like you go back to playing after a long rest!