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Classroom presentations and activities

Our Humane Education team visits classrooms for presentations and interactive workshops.

Three presentations are currently available:

1- “My animal friends” presentation

Target age group: Kindergarten to Grade 3 

Description: “My animal friends” aims to cultivate values such as compassion, empathy, respect for differences and a sense of responsibility in young children. The presentation also teaches students to better understand dogs’ body language and how to approach them safely. 

Duration: 60 minutes 

Cost: $75 per class presentation. (If the presentation cost is a barrier, please contact us for assistance). 

Details: The presentation is divided into four parts:

The first part covers the mission of the Montreal SPCA by sharing stories of animals who have stayed at the shelter.

The second part consists of a guessing game that highlights the differences and similarities between humans and animals, emphasizing our common need to be treated with respect and compassion.

The third part teaches children about approaching dogs safely based on their body language.

The last part is a craft activity.

A visual aid of images and videos will accompany the presentation (in PowerPoint format).

2- “Happy Animals, Healthy Planet” presentation

Target age group: Grades 4 to 6 

Description: “Happy Animals, Healthy Planet” will explore our relationship with animals of all species, the interconnectedness between their well-being and ours, and the actions we can take to live harmoniously on a healthy planet.  

Duration: 60 minutes  

Cost: $75 

(If the presentation cost is a barrier, please contact us for assistance).

3- “Writing for animals” workshops

Target age group: This workshop can be adapted for all ages. 

Description: Having students write opinion pieces is a great way to explore themes of animal protection in your classroom. Contact us with your idea, and we can help prepare a presentation on a topic where students will need to take a stance. 

Read the open letter written by Grade 5 students following one of these workshops. 

Duration: variable 

Cost: $75 for an in-class visit.  

(If the presentation cost is a barrier, please contact us for assistance).

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