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!
The place of the family pet is called into question. While people consider their pets family members, the law currently considers them property, which means ownership battles sometimes leave animals in contested custody for months. Many are campaigning for better rights for pets. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
In Living With an Octopus, we meet Heidi, a day octopus living in the home of ecologist David Scheel who’s uncovering the secrets of her personality. Unlike in a research aquarium, Heidi’s relaxed home setting lets her express herself fully, from crafting her sleeping spaces to bonding with David’s daughter, Laurel. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Natural World: The Octopus in My House, a remarkable series about a professor and the extraordinary relationship he develops with an octopus when he invites it to live in his home.
Meet 46-year-old horse Roana, and her owner, Cerys. Cerys and her horse grew up together and Cerys considers Roana family. She credits Roana with helping her get well after she was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
In The Secrets of a Police Dog’s Training, host Ferne Corrigan meets Scooby, the amazing springer spaniel police dog with a nose that's better than any human! Scooby wears a special harness and booties to help keep him safe while working, and to show everyone that he's on the job. Ferne Corrigan gets to watch Scooby at police dog school, where he uses his sniffing skills to find a suitcase with a secret scent hidden inside. 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 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.
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!
The place of the family pet is called into question. While people consider their pets family members, the law currently considers them property, which means ownership battles sometimes leave animals in contested custody for months. Many are campaigning for better rights for pets. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
In Living With an Octopus, we meet Heidi, a day octopus living in the home of ecologist David Scheel who’s uncovering the secrets of her personality. Unlike in a research aquarium, Heidi’s relaxed home setting lets her express herself fully, from crafting her sleeping spaces to bonding with David’s daughter, Laurel. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Natural World: The Octopus in My House, a remarkable series about a professor and the extraordinary relationship he develops with an octopus when he invites it to live in his home.
Meet 46-year-old horse Roana, and her owner, Cerys. Cerys and her horse grew up together and Cerys considers Roana family. She credits Roana with helping her get well after she was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. This video is excerpted from BBC News.
In The Secrets of a Police Dog’s Training, host Ferne Corrigan meets Scooby, the amazing springer spaniel police dog with a nose that's better than any human! Scooby wears a special harness and booties to help keep him safe while working, and to show everyone that he's on the job. Ferne Corrigan gets to watch Scooby at police dog school, where he uses his sniffing skills to find a suitcase with a secret scent hidden inside. 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 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.