Labelled a diagram of a dog skeleton / Activity Analysis

Science

• The child learned about the skeletal structure of a dog, including the skull, ribs, and limbs.
• They gained an understanding of how the skeleton provides support and protection for the dog's body.
• The activity helped them to recognize the similarities and differences between a dog's skeleton and their own.
• They practiced their fine motor skills by labeling the diagram accurately.

Encourage the child to explore other animal skeletons, such as those of cats, birds, or fish, to compare and contrast with the dog's skeleton. Additionally, they can create their own simple models of animal skeletons using materials like pipe cleaners, clay, or even pasta to further enhance their understanding of skeletal structures and differences between species.

Book Recommendations

• How and Why Do Animals Move? by Bobbie Kalman: This book introduces children to the basic science of animal movement, including how skeletons work to help animals move.
• Bones: Skeletons and How They Work by Steve Jenkins: The book provides an engaging exploration of different animal skeletons, including dogs, and how they function.
• The Magic School Bus: Inside the Human Body by Joanna Cole: While not specifically about dog skeletons, this book offers a fun and educational journey into the human body, helping children understand the concept of skeletons and their functions.