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ModeratorMarch 6, 2023 at 12:32 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Great point, Julienne. Yes !, pets stimulate learning and students approach learning with new enthusiasm and interest.
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ModeratorJanuary 21, 2023 at 3:15 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.By incorporating a pet into the classroom environment, teachers can create meaningful connections between academic concepts and real-world experiences. And yes, your example, of math problems that involve measuring and calculating the amount of food the pet requires, or weighing the pet can make the learning more tangible and relevant for children.
Great Point ! Thanks for sharing.
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ModeratorDecember 30, 2022 at 11:10 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.It’s understandable that your childcare center has policies against having animals on the premises. This can be for various reasons such as allergies, or other health and safety concerns.. However, it’s great to know that the center is still finding ways to incorporate animals into the children’s learning experiences through books and photos.
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ModeratorDecember 17, 2022 at 10:30 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Abby-I completely agree with the statement that animals can help teach children many things, including compassion, responsibility, and even math and science skills. Involving children in the selection process for a classroom pet is also an excellent idea, as it allows them to take ownership of the decision and learn valuable research and decision-making skills.
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ModeratorDecember 1, 2022 at 2:54 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Thank you for sharing this Therese! Yes, having a fish can be a wonderful way to introduce children to the joys of pet ownership and help provide a sense of comfort and security for those who may be experiencing difficult circumstances at home or in their personal lives.
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ModeratorNovember 13, 2022 at 10:58 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Yes, animals are a great learning tool, they provide children with opportunities to learn empathy and compassion for other living beings, which can foster a sense of kindness and respect for all living creatures.
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ModeratorOctober 8, 2022 at 9:49 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Yes, Melissa, you are so right. Caring for animals can provide a unique and memorable hands-on learning experience that helps children develop important life skills and values.
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ModeratorOctober 6, 2022 at 7:44 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.I agree that it’s important to start with animals that are easy to handle and care for when introducing pets into the classroom. Fish, tadpoles, ants, and butterflies are all great options for starting out, once you gain experience and confidence in caring for these animals, you can consider graduating to slightly more complex pets.
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ModeratorSeptember 26, 2022 at 9:15 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.“people tend to smile more when around animals, they make us happy.” – Well said, Liza 🙂
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ModeratorSeptember 5, 2022 at 11:35 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Yes,i completely agree with the statement that animals can be a very effective teaching tool in the classroom. Not only can they bring joy and excitement to students, but they can also provide a unique opportunity to learn about science, art, and responsibility.
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ModeratorAugust 3, 2022 at 11:31 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Great point Donna! Indeed the fish tank has a calming effect and yes it is fun to watch. In fact, studies have shown that observing fish can have a positive effect on mental health, reducing stress and anxiety.
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ModeratorJuly 9, 2022 at 5:30 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.Nadezhda – I completely agree with your tip about bringing a pet into the classroom that can help students develop compassion and care for living beings, while also sparking their interest in learning about the natural world. It is a wonderful way to enhance students’ educational experiences, and foster empathy and responsibility.
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ModeratorFebruary 25, 2022 at 12:38 am in reply to: How Animals Can Help With Learning, Collaboration & Creativity in Children.I hope that your classroom’s experiences with tadpoles, caterpillars, and potentially fish continue to be engaging and rewarding for both you and your students!