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Curated OER

Caring for a Pet

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students identify the responsibilities of pet owners. In this animal welfare lesson, students read the book Animals As Friends and list the characteristics of a good pet owner. Students use a tally sheet to determine what pets students...
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Curated OER

Why Not Adopt? Lesson #4

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students discuss the benefits of pet adoption. In this pet lesson, students participate in a class discussion on pet adoption, animal shelters and how to care for a pet. They complete worksheets in groups and write about pet adoption. 
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Orca Book Publishers

Orca Book Publishers: Birdie for Now Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Birdie for Now, a novel written by Jean Little, looks at a boy with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder who longs for a pet of his own. This teacher's guide includes a book summary, teaching ideas and the author's reflections on...