Activities for kids aged 8-11

Hand picked activities and lessons which develop a sense of responsibility and our relationship with animals.

Connect

Notice and talk about the animals around you.

Care

Take small actions together, like feeding birds.

Reflect

Encourage your child to think about how their actions help.

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Build a home for ladybirds

Look for beetles and other insects around your garden

Build a home for ladybirds and other insects

Discuss why it is important to build homes for wildlife

A hedgehog drinking from a bowl of water

Feed hedgehogs

Identify the population number of hedgehogs in the UK

Feed hedgehogs the correct food and offer fresh water

Think about how your actions will help hedgehogs thrive

These resources helped my kids learn to care for our kitten and it’s been amazing to see them grow more responsible!

Sarah, mum of two

Lessons at home

Our learning programme, tailored for young people aged 7-13, explores the different ways we interact with animals, sparking meaningful discussions. We encourage critical thinking and provide opportunities for young people to learn how to become responsible citizens for people, animals, and our planet.

Introduction to responsibility

Explore what responsibility means in our daily lives.

Responsibility for pets

This engaging lesson explores what animals need to thrive and encourages critical thinking about the role we play in their wellbeing.

An RSPCA assured officer assessing some cows

Ethics for animals that are farmed

This thought-provoking lesson encourages students to consider how ethical choices in farming and food can support happier, healthier animals.

A group of children discovering a forest and stream

Ethics involving wildlife

This engaging lesson helps students explore the challenges wildlife face and empowers them to take action.

Understanding Responsibility & Ethics

Watch our short animation exploring what responsibility and ethics mean when it comes to caring for animals. Families play a key role in helping young people move from good intentions to positive actions.