A tick is like a tiny, sneaky friend that you might not want to play with. Just like how a magnet sticks to the fridge, a tick likes to stick to animals or people. But instead of being a fun magnet, it’s more like a tiny, unwanted sticker.
Imagine you have a small robot that needs batteries to work. A tick is a bit like that robot because it needs to drink blood from animals or people to get energy and keep going. It’s like when you drink your juice to feel strong and play more.
Ticks live in places like the grass, bushes, or forests, like how you might find worms in the garden. They wait quietly for someone to pass by, and then they hop on for a ride! It’s like a surprise piggyback ride that you didn’t ask for.
When a tick bites, it can sometimes make you feel sick, just like when you eat too much candy and get a tummy ache. That’s why it’s important to tell a grown-up if you find one on you, so they can help take it off safely.