Compassionate Class - Starter Activity

Introduce your class to the concept of compassion and get your pupils thinking about the welfare needs of animals. Watch our introductory film and compare what different animals need to stay happy and healthy.

More information about the programme can be found at: https://education.rspca.org.uk/education/teachers/primary/compassionateclass

Activity objectives:

1. To begin to understand the meaning of compassion and why we should show compassion to all animals
2. To introduce and understand the needs of animals
3. To compare the needs of different animals

Your pack contains:

1. Teacher notes PDF - everything you need to lead an engaging Compassionate Class session including objectives, discussion questions and extension activities
2. Student slides interactive PDF - record pupil responses in the editable text boxes or print slides as worksheets
   *Available in England and Welsh
   *PSHE Association Accredited

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Activity length: 60-90 minutes plus extension options