Pets' Playground

Book excerpt: Pets play an important role in child development. They promote the advancement of a range of social attributes in children, including companionship, nurturing love, affection, responsibility and respect. However, this human-animal bond can quickly dissolve if simple safety is not practiced. Current trends show that dog bites are on the rise, especially in children. This engaging and educational activity book is intended for young children between four and nine years of age. It is intended to provide the necessary skills and knowledge to help promote safety for both children and their pets. Topics with supporting activities include, what pet behavior shows about the pets feelings, safe pet toys and meals plus unsafe toys and unhealthy foods, pet care and responsibility, vet visits and more! Because of its comprehensive nature, it could easily be used in the classroom setting as well by parents and in vet offices.. There are fifteen diverse activities, one or two at the end of each chapter can be copied for multiple use or each child can have their own book. It is also fully illustrated with colorful, engaging characters and art.