Caring for Your Dog (Blastoff! Readers: Pet Care Library)
Pet Care Library Series
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What’s inside...
It is estimated that there are currently 400 million dogs in the world. Many people keep these energetic, loving animals as pets and enjoy taking them on walks or playing fetch with them in their backyards. However, it's not just all play and no work. Training and taking care of your dog can be a challenging and rewarding task!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways we can show love and care to our pet dog?
Why do you think it's important to feed and walk a dog regularly?
How do you feel when you take care of a pet or someone you love?
What are some responsibilities you think a dog owner should have?
If you were a dog, what kind of care would you want from your owner?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin by sharing stories of your own experiences with pets to create a personal connection. Express genuine curiosity about their thoughts and feelings to encourage open communication. Use the questions to guide a discussion about responsibility and empathy, relating them to the child's daily life when possible. Encourage them to imagine having a pet if they don’t already, or to reflect on their relationship with their current pet, discussing how they can apply the learnings from the book. End with reinforcing the importance of kindness and care towards animals.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The book teaches children about the daily duties involved in caring for a dog, such as feeding, grooming, and walking.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by taking on small responsibilities at home, like helping to care for family pets or maintaining their personal spaces.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through understanding the needs and feelings of dogs, children learn to empathize with another living being.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop better relationships with peers by respecting and appreciating their feelings and perspectives.
Example Lesson: Time Management
Explanation: The book highlights the importance of regular care schedules for dogs, from feeding times to veterinary visits.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to manage their own schedules, prioritizing important tasks and learning to be punctual and consistent.
Example Lesson: Commitment
Explanation: Caring for a pet requires a long-term commitment, as shown through the responsibilities detailed in the book.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of sticking with commitments, whether it's caring for a pet, completing school projects, or other long-term activities.