Cats. Dogs. Potbellied pigs. Kids LOVE pets. We've taken this high-interest topic and pulled together some amazing teaching resources for grades 2–5 — starting with this printable pet report flip book! We recommend having students take notes and then create a draft before using the template for their final copy. Each flap will focus on a different aspect of pets: appearance, habitat and home setup, diet and feeding, care and exercise, and fun facts. Students will answer questions on each page and draw or paste a visual that connects to the text. To assemble, students cut and stack the pages in order, then attach them at the top with staples.
Hint: Watch one of our amazing My Pet and Me video clips to get students inspired and to get information for their reports!
Delve into the eerie and enchanting world of creatures of Halloween! This BBC playlist explores the mysterious lives of wolves, bats, spiders, and owls, revealing the fascinating hunting strategies, survival journeys, and unique ecosystems that make them so captivating. Perfect for a spooky science lesson or a deep dive into the animal kingdom's more shadowy inhabitants.
Get ready to meet some of the fluffiest, funniest, and most fascinating pets around! In this special collection from My Pet and Me, hosts Ferne Corrigan and Rory Crawford introduce us to animals with big personalities and even bigger hearts, from talkative Siamese cats and stylish poodles to gentle donkeys and deaf dogs who don’t let anything hold them back.
Each episode celebrates the joy of having a pet while teaching kids how to care for animals with kindness, patience, and curiosity. Whether you're learning how to groom a pony or discovering how a station cat spends her day, this collection highlights the many ways pets enrich our lives and how we can return the favor.
The article "Top 10: Biggest Dog Breeds in the World" from BBC's Science Focus lists some of the largest dog breeds, discussing their sizes, temperaments, and roles. From Great Danes to Saint Bernards, these massive canines require special care but are also known for their loyalty and companionship.
In The Life of a Honeybee!, host Rory Crawford is about to buzz into the exciting world of honeybees! These social creatures live in hives filled with worker bees and one big queen bee who lays all the eggs. Learn how to care for these busy pollinators safely, including using a smoker and wearing a bee suit, while discovering the sweet treasures of honey and beeswax found in their hives! This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Saddle Up With Charlie the Pony, host Ferne Corrigan meets Charlie, a playful Welsh mountain pony who loves munching on carrots and apples! These ponies are great climbers from the hills of Wales, and they have some of the biggest eyes of any animal. Ferne learns how to care for a pony like Charlie, including feeding him fresh hay, pony nuts, and making sure he gets lots of exercise every day. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Scooby the Police Dog Solves Mysteries One Sniff at a Time!, Rory Crawford meets Scooby, the super sniffer springer spaniel! With his boundless energy and amazing sense of smell, Scooby is always on the lookout for clues that humans can't sniff out. In this exciting video, discover how to care for this active pup, including feeding him twice a day, giving him fresh water, and making sure he gets lots of exercise and playtime. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Meet Luca the Staffy, a Deaf Dog With a Big Heart!, host Rory Crawford meets Luca, a friendly 10-year-old white Staffordshire bull terrier with a heart-shaped face who is also deaf. These terriers come in many colors and love to play. Luca’s owner uses special hand signals to communicate commands like "sit" and "paw." Discover what it takes to care for a dog like Luca, including feeding him, providing fresh water, a comfy bed, and regular coat brushing. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Caring for Our Donkey Pals!, host Rory Crawford visits a lively donkey sanctuary where she meets William D, a lovable male donkey, also known as a jack. Donkeys are social creatures that love to hang out with their friends and make a silly sound called a bray — imagine a big "hee-haw"! These strong animals can carry heavy loads, but they need special care too, such as brushing their soft coats, cleaning their hooves, and providing yummy straw, grass, and fresh water. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In How to Care for Your Siamese Companion, host Ferne Corrigan meets Olives, the most affectionate Siamese cat! Siamese cats are clever and have striking blue eyes and a unique pointed coat that makes them look extra special. They love to chat, especially when they want attention, and they can also leap high like acrobats! This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Meet the Mighty Millipede, host Rory Crawford introduces Ginger, the Giant African Millipede, who zooms around with her super-speedy legs. In fact, some millipedes have over 1,000 legs! Learn how to care for these creatures in their warm, damp home called a vivarium, and discover their favorite snacks like cucumbers, strawberries, and even browning apple cores! This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Caring for Ginger the Pug, host Rory Crawford meets Ginger the pug. Pugs are lively little dogs with clever minds and snuggly personalities, and they come in all sorts of colors — though their noses and mouths are always black! Learn how to care for Ginger, from feeding her the right amount of food to keeping her hydrated with fresh water every day. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
Cats. Dogs. Potbellied pigs. Kids LOVE pets. We've taken this high-interest topic and pulled together some amazing teaching resources for grades 2–5 — starting with this printable pet report flip book! We recommend having students take notes and then create a draft before using the template for their final copy. Each flap will focus on a different aspect of pets: appearance, habitat and home setup, diet and feeding, care and exercise, and fun facts. Students will answer questions on each page and draw or paste a visual that connects to the text. To assemble, students cut and stack the pages in order, then attach them at the top with staples.
Hint: Watch one of our amazing My Pet and Me video clips to get students inspired and to get information for their reports!
Delve into the eerie and enchanting world of creatures of Halloween! This BBC playlist explores the mysterious lives of wolves, bats, spiders, and owls, revealing the fascinating hunting strategies, survival journeys, and unique ecosystems that make them so captivating. Perfect for a spooky science lesson or a deep dive into the animal kingdom's more shadowy inhabitants.
Get ready to meet some of the fluffiest, funniest, and most fascinating pets around! In this special collection from My Pet and Me, hosts Ferne Corrigan and Rory Crawford introduce us to animals with big personalities and even bigger hearts, from talkative Siamese cats and stylish poodles to gentle donkeys and deaf dogs who don’t let anything hold them back.
Each episode celebrates the joy of having a pet while teaching kids how to care for animals with kindness, patience, and curiosity. Whether you're learning how to groom a pony or discovering how a station cat spends her day, this collection highlights the many ways pets enrich our lives and how we can return the favor.
The article "Top 10: Biggest Dog Breeds in the World" from BBC's Science Focus lists some of the largest dog breeds, discussing their sizes, temperaments, and roles. From Great Danes to Saint Bernards, these massive canines require special care but are also known for their loyalty and companionship.
In The Life of a Honeybee!, host Rory Crawford is about to buzz into the exciting world of honeybees! These social creatures live in hives filled with worker bees and one big queen bee who lays all the eggs. Learn how to care for these busy pollinators safely, including using a smoker and wearing a bee suit, while discovering the sweet treasures of honey and beeswax found in their hives! This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Saddle Up With Charlie the Pony, host Ferne Corrigan meets Charlie, a playful Welsh mountain pony who loves munching on carrots and apples! These ponies are great climbers from the hills of Wales, and they have some of the biggest eyes of any animal. Ferne learns how to care for a pony like Charlie, including feeding him fresh hay, pony nuts, and making sure he gets lots of exercise every day. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Scooby the Police Dog Solves Mysteries One Sniff at a Time!, Rory Crawford meets Scooby, the super sniffer springer spaniel! With his boundless energy and amazing sense of smell, Scooby is always on the lookout for clues that humans can't sniff out. In this exciting video, discover how to care for this active pup, including feeding him twice a day, giving him fresh water, and making sure he gets lots of exercise and playtime. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Meet Luca the Staffy, a Deaf Dog With a Big Heart!, host Rory Crawford meets Luca, a friendly 10-year-old white Staffordshire bull terrier with a heart-shaped face who is also deaf. These terriers come in many colors and love to play. Luca’s owner uses special hand signals to communicate commands like "sit" and "paw." Discover what it takes to care for a dog like Luca, including feeding him, providing fresh water, a comfy bed, and regular coat brushing. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Caring for Our Donkey Pals!, host Rory Crawford visits a lively donkey sanctuary where she meets William D, a lovable male donkey, also known as a jack. Donkeys are social creatures that love to hang out with their friends and make a silly sound called a bray — imagine a big "hee-haw"! These strong animals can carry heavy loads, but they need special care too, such as brushing their soft coats, cleaning their hooves, and providing yummy straw, grass, and fresh water. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In How to Care for Your Siamese Companion, host Ferne Corrigan meets Olives, the most affectionate Siamese cat! Siamese cats are clever and have striking blue eyes and a unique pointed coat that makes them look extra special. They love to chat, especially when they want attention, and they can also leap high like acrobats! This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Meet the Mighty Millipede, host Rory Crawford introduces Ginger, the Giant African Millipede, who zooms around with her super-speedy legs. In fact, some millipedes have over 1,000 legs! Learn how to care for these creatures in their warm, damp home called a vivarium, and discover their favorite snacks like cucumbers, strawberries, and even browning apple cores! This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
In Caring for Ginger the Pug, host Rory Crawford meets Ginger the pug. Pugs are lively little dogs with clever minds and snuggly personalities, and they come in all sorts of colors — though their noses and mouths are always black! Learn how to care for Ginger, from feeding her the right amount of food to keeping her hydrated with fresh water every day. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.