For years the NHSPCA has been a collaborative ally with schools across the Seacoast and beyond. With the help of our ambassador animals, we focus on our mission of teaching children positive animal interactions and animal safety in a fun hands-on way. These lessons help children understand kindness and compassion for animals. Positive animal interactions at a young age build a life-long love of animals.
Lesson Options (you can select from one of these, or if you have a specific lesson you would like, we can discuss other options). Please note your preference in the “
- The Story of Sam the Dog: (preschool – kindergarten) Felt board story of adopting a stray dog named Sam.
- Adoption Role Play: (kindergarten – 5th grade) A creative role play with class participation and discussion about the responsibilities of pet ownership.
- Pet Toy Laboratory: (kindergarten – high school) Enrichment activities keep pets happy and healthy. Learn how to make animal enrichments using upcycled cardboard, paper, and other recyclable materials.
- Careers at an animal shelter: (3rd grade – high school) There are many interesting animal related job opportunities at the NHSPCA. From a variety of Veterinary Medical positions, Adoption Counselors, Educators, Animal Caretakers, Marketing/Social Media, Fundraising, and so much more! We support animals in so many ways beyond veterinary care.
Cost: $50 per classroom visit (fee may be waived if the school is running a fundraiser, so long as the donation is equal to or greater than the cost of the visit)
When: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 12:30pm – 3:30pm. If you have another day/time you are looking for, please provide alternative dates/times in the special request section. We will do our best to accommodate the date and time requested depending upon staff availability.
