Amazing Dog Bodies!

Do you have a young animal lover at home who can’t stop talking about dogs? In this fun and interactive one-time class, learners will explore the amazing bodies of our furry friends—how they move and sense the world, what makes them special, and how they compare to their wild relatives, wolves!
Join Ms. Kate (animal educator, dog care professional, and lifelong animal lover) for a science-packed session where we’ll learn just how incredible dog bodies really are—from super sniffers and tippy-toe walkers to floppy ears that can rotate like satellite dishes!

🧠 What will be taught?
In this lively science-meets-animal-behavior class, students will learn:
Dogs have some superpower smelling and hearing
How their bones and body parts help them do amazing things
What makes dog bodies similar (but not the same!) as wolves
That humans designed different dog breeds for different jobs
How to make scientific observations just by watching dogs in action!

📚 Topics we’ll cover:
Dog body basics
Dog bones
Dog senses
Breed differences and mixed-breed dogs
Dog vs. wolf similarities and differences
Making scientific observations about dogs from video clips

🧩 Class structure:
Warm Welcome & Rules
Observation Activity – Watch & discuss a short dog video
Body Basics + Skeletons – Explore how dog bodies compare to humans’ and wolves’
Breeds & Senses – Learn how breeds differ, and discover super senses
Wrap-Up Video Observations – Use science skills to observe again
Optional Show & Tell – Bring your pet or an animal object to share!

🎥 How I teach:
I’ll teach through a mix of:
Live discussion
Fun video clips
Photos of real dogs I’ve cared for
Interactive slides
Group observations
This class encourages curiosity, discussion, and hands-on thinking—your child will learn by doing and sharing!

🗣 My Teaching Style
I’m all about warmth, energy, and sparking excitement for learning. I create a welcoming space where kids feel safe to share, ask questions, and be curious. My background teaching kids about animals helps me connect deeply with young learners, and I LOVE their questions!

👩‍🏫 Learner Interaction
This class is highly interactive! Learners will:
Use the raise-hand feature to share observations
Participate in group discussions about dog bodies and senses
Guess fun facts (like how many muscles dogs have in their ears!)
Join in an optional Show & Tell session at the end to share a pet, stuffed animal, or fun object from home
No prior knowledge needed—just a love of dogs and a curious mind!

🐕‍🦺 Ready to sniff out some amazing dog facts?
Let’s explore the world of dogs together—through science, stories, and wagging tails!