U12s Resource Pack
All you need to begin the dog-smart journey with children under 12 years old
Learning resources
Discover and download learning resources to teach children about dog safety.
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Our resources are based on the Irish curriculum and to suit a range of ages and stages. We provide resources that can be used with pupils aged 4-12.
Resources are available to download as PDF zip folders with any supporting films embedded within the pdf.
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Our curriculum-linked classroom teaching resources provide fun activities with a dog themed context to engage your pupils and bring learning to life.
Under 12s
Lesson plans included this pack:
- 5-A-Day resource
- Alphabet resource
- Drama
- English and reading
- SPHE
3rd- 4th Class | Educate Together
Lesson plans included in this pack:
- Responsibility
- Love and attention
- A home
- Protection from illness and injury
- To be themselves
- Horse case study
- Pet adoption
- Report writing
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3rd/4th Class Resource Pack
Lesson plans aimed at 3rd-4th class based on the Educate Together curriculum
5th - 6th Class | Educate Together
- Pet Responsibility
- Love and attention
- A home
- Health and wellbeing
- Food and water
- To be themselves
- Costs
- Safety
- Debate
5th/6th Class Resource Pack
Lesson plans aimed at 5th-6th class based on the Educate Together curriculum
Colouring and activity sheets
Included in this pack
- Colour the gang!
- Fun activity sheet
- Puppy adoption certification
- Wordsearch
- Be dog-smart fridge poster
Colouring & activity
Get the colours out and roll up your sleeves for these fun designs and colouring pages
Craft activities
- Doggy den blueprint
- Origami dog
- Make your own fortune teller
- Make your own mask
Craft Sheets
Get creative in the classroom with our DIY kits!
Educational videos
Head over to the Dogs Trust Ireland education team’s YouTube channel to find videos about keeping safe around dogs.
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