Pets In the Classroom

Pets In the Classroom Pets in the Classroom is an educational grant program that provides financial support to teachers.
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The Pets in the Classroom grant program is an educational grant program which provides financial support to teachers (who often have very limited funding) to purchase and maintain small animals in the classroom. The program was established by the Pet Care Trust to provide children with an opportunity to interact with pets—an experience that can help to shape their lives for years to come. The Pet

Care Trust is A non-profit private foundation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; contributions to the The Pet Care Trust, a pet foundation, are tax deductible as charitable contributions.

Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day!Photo Credit: Erin Russell
02/14/2025

Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day!

Photo Credit: Erin Russell

Keep Your Classroom Bearded Dragon Active! 🦎✨In the wild, lizards spend their days exploring, hunting, and staying alert...
02/13/2025

Keep Your Classroom Bearded Dragon Active! 🦎✨

In the wild, lizards spend their days exploring, hunting, and staying alert to their surroundings. In captivity, it’s important to replicate these natural behaviors by providing enrichment! Add climbing structures, hiding spots, and foraging toys to keep your dragon’s mind and body stimulated. A busy dragon is a happy dragon!

"So many students have BIG feelings, and Ellie, my turtle, helps to regulate their big feelings. Just watching her is so...
02/08/2025

"So many students have BIG feelings, and Ellie, my turtle, helps to regulate their big feelings. Just watching her is so relaxing, which in turn relaxes them."
~ Nancy Testorff, Pets in the Classroom grant recipient

Classroom pets like Ellie provide more than a learning opportunity—they create a safe, calming space for students to process their emotions. Sometimes, just observing a quiet, steady companion can make all the difference. 💙

Bring the soothing presence of a classroom pet to your students. Apply for a Pets in the Classroom grant today: www.PetsintheClassroom.org

02/06/2025

Looking for Creative Ways to Engage Your Students? 🦎📚

Your classroom bearded dragon isn’t just a pet—it’s a learning partner! From behavior observation and STEM challenges to art projects and writing prompts, there are so many ways to incorporate your dragon into your curriculum.
Check out our latest blog for 10 ways to make learning fun and interactive with your scaly classroom companion!

📖 Read it here: https://petsintheclassroom.org/10-ways-to-incorporate-your-bearded-dragon-into-your-classroom-curriculum/

📢 NEW RESOURCE ALERT! ❤️🐾We’ve expanded our free printable Valentine’s Day cards! Now, you can personalize them with a p...
02/04/2025

📢 NEW RESOURCE ALERT! ❤️🐾

We’ve expanded our free printable Valentine’s Day cards! Now, you can personalize them with a photo of your class pet using our new Valentine’s Day Card template! 🎉🐹🐶

📌 Check out the new template and all our printable valentines here: www.petsintheclassroom.org/pets-in-the-classroom-printable-valentines/

Share the love this Valentine’s Day—classroom pets included! 💕🐾

02/01/2025

A Classroom Pet Brings Learning to Life! From feeding and care to incorporating pets into lessons, a classroom pet helps students connect, focus, and explore. ✨

Apply for the Pets in the Classroom grant and bring the magic of a pet into your classroom!

www.PetsintheClassroom.org

01/31/2025

Fun Fact: Bearded dragons are omnivores that start life loving insects and grow to enjoy veggies. What's your dragon's favorite snack? 🥬🪲

01/29/2025

Discover creative ways to enhance learning in your classroom…
Haven Goodmanson, a teacher from Waco, TX, is using classroom pets to provide her students with unforgettable educational experiences. Explore how classroom pets can make a difference in learning by visiting www.PetsintheClassroom.org.

How Do You Incorporate Your Classroom Pet? 🦎📚We’ve shared 10 ways to bring learning to life with your classroom bearded ...
01/26/2025

How Do You Incorporate Your Classroom Pet? 🦎📚

We’ve shared 10 ways to bring learning to life with your classroom bearded dragon—now it’s your turn!

✨ What’s your favorite way to engage your students with their scaly (or furry, or feathery!) companion?

Drop your ideas or stories in the comments! Let’s inspire each other to make classrooms even more exciting and engaging for students.

🐢 A Turtle with a Big Impact! 🐾"Miss T, the aquatic turtle, is housed just outside my classroom. Many students from all ...
01/24/2025

🐢 A Turtle with a Big Impact! 🐾

"Miss T, the aquatic turtle, is housed just outside my classroom. Many students from all grade levels come to see her for emotional support, a brain break, or just to say hi. Students are excited to be in third grade because they 'own' the turtle. It makes teaching animal behaviors, habitat, and adaptations so much easier too!"
~ Cathy Henson, Pets in the Classroom grant recipient

Classroom pets like Miss T aren’t just companions—they’re teaching tools, emotional support providers, and sources of excitement for students year after year. 🐢💙

Want to make science lessons more engaging and create meaningful moments for your students? Apply for a Pets in the Classroom grant today: www.PetsintheClassroom.org

Losing a classroom pet is a challenging yet powerful moment for students. It can be the first time many children encount...
01/23/2025

Losing a classroom pet is a challenging yet powerful moment for students. It can be the first time many children encounter the concept of death, making it a unique opportunity to discuss life, grief, and emotional wellness. 💙

As a teacher, you can help guide your students through this experience with sensitivity, clarity, and support. Here are some tips to handle the loss of a classroom pet.
For more expert advice and resources to help navigate this delicate moment in your classroom, read the full article here: https://petsintheclassroom.org/how-to-handle-the-death-of-a-classroom-pet/

Make your students feel extra special this Valentine’s Day by giving a Valentine from your class pet! Find your free, pr...
01/22/2025

Make your students feel extra special this Valentine’s Day by giving a Valentine from your class pet! Find your free, printable valentines on our website featuring the following class pet types:

☑ Bearded Dragon
☑ Betta Fish
☑ Fish
☑ Guinea Pig
☑ Hamster/Gerbil
☑ Hermit Crab
☑ Leopard Gecko
☑ Mouse/Rat
☑ Snake
☑ Turtle

https://petsintheclassroom.org/pets-in-the-classroom-printable-valentines/

Make your students feel extra special this Valentine's Day by giving a Valentine from your class pet! Find your free, p...
01/22/2025

Make your students feel extra special this Valentine's Day by giving a Valentine from your class pet! Find your free, printable valentines on our website featuring the following class pet types:

☑ Bearded Dragon
☑ Betta Fish
☑ Fish
☑ Guinea Pig
☑ Hamster/Gerbil
☑ Hermit Crab
☑ Leopard Gecko
☑ Mouse/Rat
☑ Snake
☑ Turtle

https://petsintheclassroom.org/pets-in-the-classroom-printable-valentines/

01/19/2025

At Neil Armstrong Elementary, Neil the class pet is helping build community in fun and creative ways! 🐾✨ To kick off the school year, Neil filled out a “Back to School Favorites” worksheet, which was shared at Back to School Night. 🎒

Each month, Ms. Virginia St. Clair shares pictures of Neil in her newsletter, with a QR code for parents and students to see more! 📸 The kids and parents LOVE it, making Neil a fun and beloved part of the classroom.

What creative ways do you use a class pet to build community? Share with us below! 💙 And be sure to bookmark this post to save this idea for the new school year!

Today, we’re celebrating the most beloved dragons of all—our classroom bearded dragons! 🦎 These fascinating reptiles do ...
01/16/2025

Today, we’re celebrating the most beloved dragons of all—our classroom bearded dragons! 🦎 These fascinating reptiles do so much more than just bask in the spotlight (literally). They help students learn about responsibility, ecosystems, and so much more.

🎨 Art projects inspired by their spiky "beards"
📖 Storytime with a non-judgmental reading buddy
🔬 Lessons on habitats, adaptations, and behavior

Let’s give a shoutout to all the dragons out there making a difference in our classrooms! How do you and your students appreciate your bearded dragon? Share your stories below!

Refer a Teacher to our Grant Program! Do you know of teachers who would benefit from the Pets in the Classroom grant pro...
01/16/2025

Refer a Teacher to our Grant Program!

Do you know of teachers who would benefit from the Pets in the Classroom grant program? Tag them in this post or share it with them! We’d love to help more educators bring the joy and benefits of classroom pets to their students. Together, we can create even more positive learning experiences for students!

www.PetsintheClassroom.org

Valentine's Day is almost a month away! ❤️To help you get ready, we have a fun resource for you: printable Valentine’s D...
01/13/2025

Valentine's Day is almost a month away! ❤️

To help you get ready, we have a fun resource for you: printable Valentine’s Day cards! Whether you choose to address them from you or your classroom pet, we hope these cards bring smiles to your students' faces and make for an easy, fun Valentine’s Day activity. 🐾💌 Link in comments!

And stay tuned... another exciting resource is on the way! 🎉 Bookmark this post or drop a comment, and we’ll update the comments with the new resources when they’re ready!

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At Neil Armstrong Elementary, Neil the class pet is helping build community in fun and creative ways! 🐾✨ To kick off the school year, Neil filled out a “Back to School Favorites” worksheet, which was shared at Back to School Night. 🎒 Each month, Ms. Virginia St. Clair shares pictures of Neil in her newsletter, with a QR code for parents and students to see more! 📸 The kids and parents LOVE it, making Neil a fun and beloved part of the classroom. What creative ways do you use a class pet to build community? Share with us below! 💙 And be sure to bookmark this post to save this idea for the new school year! #PetsInTheClassroom #ClassroomPets #BuildingCommunity #TeacherLife #LearningWithPets

It’s Dress Up Your Pet Day! 🐾 Today’s the day to celebrate ALL your classroom pets in style! Let your creativity shine. Dressing up (safely!) is a fun way to bond with your students and brings some smiles to the classroom. Who’s the Best-Dressed Pet in these Classroom? Let us know in the comments! Or share a picture of your own! #DressUpYourPetDay #ClassroomPets #CreativeTeaching #LearningWithPets #ClassroomFun

Teachers: A classroom pet can be the game-changer you’ve been looking for! 🐾 Bring joy and learning together! The Pets in the Classroom grant program is offering grants to help teachers like you introduce a classroom pet. Whether it’s a hamster, fish, or guinea pig, a classroom pet can help students develop important life skills, increase engagement, and make learning fun! Need an easy way to engage your students? A classroom pet is the answer! Apply for your grant today and start the new year with a furry, feathery, or scaly friend! PetsintheClassroom.org #petsintheclassroom #learningwithpets #studentengagement #lifeskills #learningisfun

New Care Guide! We’re continuing to update and expand our care resources! In addition to our regular Bearded Dragon Care Guide, we’re excited to introduce a new Supplementary Care Guide to provide even more helpful tips for keeping your pet healthy and happy. Be sure to check it out! https://petsintheclassroom.org/pet-care-sheets #beardeddragon #petcaresheet #classroompet #petsintheclassroom #petcare #careguide

Emotional Support for Students
Emotional Support for Students

Classroom pets do more than teach responsibility—they can provide emotional support, help students regulate their feelings, and create a calming presence in moments of distress. 🐾 Discover how you can bring the transformative power of classroom pets to your students. Apply for a Pets in the Classroom grant today: www.PetsintheClassroom.org Video Credit: Deanna Hull, Pets in the Classroom grant recipient #PetsInTheClassroom #ClassroomCompanions #SocialEmotionalLearning #TeachersOfInstagram #LearningWithPets

With their docile nature, bearded dragons are great for teaching kids about biology, empathy, and animal care. Why do you think bearded dragons are great classroom pets? #beardeddragon #petsintheclassroom #classroompet

Over 259,000 grants awarded. Over 10.3 million children inspired. ✨ Be a part of this incredible journey— give students the gift of learning through pets. www.PetsintheClassroom.org #petsintheclassroom #classroompets #education #learningthroughpets

As we head into the new year, make a resolution to bring pets into your classroom! 🐾 Start the new year with lessons in compassion, responsibility, and empathy. Apply today to receive your grant and start 2025 with a classroom full of smiles: www.PetsintheClassroom.org #petsintheclassroom #newyear #education #learningwithpets

Is your classroom missing something? A pet can make all the difference.
Is your classroom missing something? A pet can make all the difference.

Imagine your students gaining confidence, responsibility, and focus—just by having a classroom pet. ✨ With the Pets in the Classroom grant, you can bring a pet into your classroom to enrich learning and foster social-emotional growth. Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and get started on a journey that will change your classroom forever! 💙 www.PetsintheClassroom.org #petsintheclassroom #petsteachus #classpet #classroompet #education #teachingtools

It’s heartwarming to see the impact classroom pets have on students, from teaching responsibility to providing emotional support. 🐢💙 Thank you, Ms. Williams and her students for sharing! How has your class pet made a difference in your classroom? Share your stories with us! #PetsInTheClassroom #ThankYouMrClickers #LearningWithPets #ClassroomPets #teacherlifeisthebestlife

"It looks like the holiday festivities have begun! 🎄🐾 Show us your classroom pets getting festive this season! Tag us in your photos or share in the comments below. #cutepetpics #petsintheclassroom #PetFestivities #classpets #guineapig #beardedragon #hamster

Brittany Huseman's students share what their class pet, Taylor, has been teaching. Bring these lessons to other students by donating to the Pets in the Classroom program today: https://petsintheclassroom.org/giving-tuesday #GivingTuesday #PetsTeachUs #petsintheclassroom

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