Welcome to Paws & Pals, a fun and engaging social club for children aged 7-12 who love dogs! In this club, kids will explore the wonderful world of dogs through various exciting activities. We'll read stories and articles about dogs, share poems and jokes, and even use AI to create unique dog images. Alongside these fun-filled activities, club members can develop essential leadership skills, enhance their social skills, learn about etiquette, and boost their self-esteem. Join us for a tail-wagging good time, where every child can become a confident and caring leader in a community of fellow dog lovers!

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Session Schedule:
10 minutes - Greetings and sharing jokes, news, or stories

5 minutes - Teacher-led activities and conversation, for example: We might play a game, or I might share a book (fiction or non-fiction) featuring dogs.  

10 minutes - Student-led activities - I'll present a choice board and students will propose what they would like to do.  All suggestions will be put on a vote and we will pursue the winning activity.

5 minutes - Closing activities - We will process what happened in class (what went well, what didn't go well), plan for the next session, and say goodbye.


Fun topics for discussion at the Paws & Pals Dog Lovers Club:

September 6 -  **Funny Dog Moments:** Have you ever seen a dog do something hilarious? We'll share funny stories and videos of dogs that made us laugh.

September 13 - **Hero Dogs:** Let's talk about amazing dogs who have saved lives or done something heroic. We can share stories about real-life hero dogs and what makes dogs such loyal companions.

September 20 - **Favorite Dog Breeds:** Share your favorite dog breed and why you love them! We'll learn fun facts about different breeds and what makes each one special.

September 27 - **Adventures with Dogs:** Imagine the best adventure you could have with a dog! We'll share stories and ideas about fun activities to do with dogs, from hiking to playing games in the park.

October 4 - **Dogs in Movies and TV:** Let's talk about our favorite dog characters from movies and TV shows. We can share which ones we love most and why they're so memorable.

October 11 -  **Caring for Dogs:** Discuss the best ways to take care of a dog, including feeding, grooming, and keeping them healthy. We can share tips on being responsible dog owners.

October 18 -  **Dog Training Tips:** Ever wondered how to teach a dog new tricks? We'll discuss basic dog training tips and even brainstorm creative tricks you'd love to teach a dog.

October 25 - **Dog Superpowers:** If dogs had superpowers, what would they be? We'll use our imaginations to create fun stories about dogs with special abilities and what they'd do with them.