Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about the basic needs of a new puppy and how to take care of it.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and pencil
• Internet access (optional)
• Pictures or books about puppies (optional)

Before starting the lesson, make sure you have a basic understanding of what a puppy is and what it needs to stay healthy and happy.

Activities

1. Brainstorm: Ask the student to think about what a new puppy might need to be happy and healthy. Write down their ideas on a piece of paper.
2. Research: If you have internet access, search for information about the basic needs of a puppy together. Alternatively, you can use pictures or books about puppies to gather information.
3. Discussion: Talk about the different needs of a puppy, such as food, water, shelter, exercise, and love. Discuss why each of these needs is important for a puppy's well-being.
4. Draw and Label: Ask the student to draw a picture of a puppy and label the different things it needs, such as a food bowl, water bowl, bed, leash, and toys.
5. Role Play: Pretend to be a new puppy owner and have the student act as the puppy. Go through a day in the life of a puppy, making sure to address its needs. For example, pretend to feed the puppy, take it for a walk, and play with it.

Second Grade Talking Points

• "A puppy is a baby dog. It needs our help to stay healthy and happy."
• "Puppies need to eat food and drink water just like we do. They need special puppy food to grow strong."
• "Puppies need a cozy bed to sleep in. It's like their own special place to rest."
• "Puppies need exercise to stay active and strong. We can take them for walks or play games with them."
• "Puppies also need love and attention. They like to be cuddled and played with."