Lesson 6: Positive Interactions (Div 1)
Lesson 6: Positive Interactions This lesson will explore the importance of positive interactions with animals. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Positive Interactions’ (5:14) video. Positive Interactions Post-Video Discussion Questions What makes a good friend? Considering others’ feelings, kindness, listening, showing appreciation, compassion, empathy, etc. How can you make friends? Introduce yourself, saying hello, […]
Lesson 5: Behaviour (Div 1)
Lesson 5: Behaviour This lesson will explore how the behavioural needs of animals are met. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Behaviour’ (4:30) video. Normal Video Post-Video Discussion Questions What are some natural behaviours of kids your age? Learning, running, exploring, playing with other kids, etc. What are some natural behaviours of pets that […]
Lesson 4: Health (Div 1)
Lesson 4: Health This lesson will explore how the health needs of animals are met. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Health’ (4:22) video. Health Post-Video Discussion Questions What does prevention mean? What are things we do every day that prevents us from getting hurt or sick? Wearing a seat belt, washing our hands, […]
Lesson 3: Environment (Div 1)
Lesson 3: Environment This lesson will explore how the environmental needs of animals are met. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Environment’ (4:52) video. Environment Post-Video Discussion Questions Where is a comfortable place for you to sit down or rest? Couch, chair, bed, on grass, pillows, etc. How would you feel if your classroom […]
Lesson 2: Nutrition (Div 1)
Lesson 2: Nutrition This lesson will explore how the nutritional needs of animals are met, and how this compares to people. Watch the “Five Needs of Animals – Nutrition” (4:12) video. Nutrition Post-Video Discussion Questions What does it mean when people say ‘be sure to eat a balanced diet’? Why is it important to do […]
Get Nina Home! The Alberta SPCA Animal Game
Get Nina Home! The Alberta SPCA Animal Game You are visiting your friend Jamal and his dog, Nina the border collie, who live on a farm. You have been out playing in the field with your friends and need to get back to the house to feed Nina. Help get Nina home by answering questions […]
Kindness Challenge
Kindness Challenge Thank you to everyone who participated in the Kindness Challenge 2021! Don’t forget to let us know if your class and/or group participated in the challenge to earn your map mark on the Kindness Map and to be mailed your certificate! To let us know, click the button to the right and complete […]
Animals and Remembrance Day – Divisions 1 & 2
Animals and Remembrance Day Go to Division 3+ Classroom Activities Remembrance Day is a time to recognize, appreciate and remember those that have served and continue to serve our country in the past and present, as well as in times of war and peace. Included with these brave individuals are animals that have served alongside […]
Animals and Remembrance Day – Division 3+
Animals and Remembrance Day Classroom Activities Remembrance Day is a time to recognize, appreciate and remember those that have served and continue to serve our country in the past and present, and in times of war and peace. Included with these brave men and women are animals that have served alongside them. Delivering messages, providing […]
Division 1: Kindergarten – Grade 3
Division 1: Kindergarten to Grade 3 Below are discussion questions and activities to foster respect for animals, people, and the environment. Both the discussion questions and activities are part of the ‘Every One Counts’ character education theme for the 2017-2018 school year! To see other character building themes, click here! Discussion Questions: What does ‘every […]