How do we look after wild animals?

This lesson looks at the responsibility we have towards wild animals and what we can do to care for and protect them. You should do the We all have basic needs and How do we look after pets? activities before starting this one. (see Useful websites tab). 

Curriculum objectives

Pupils should learn:

• that all animals should be treated with respect
• that humans have a responsibility to ensure the well-being of all animals, including minibeasts
• to develop ground rules for wildlife areas.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this lesson:

• most pupils: know that animals have needs just like humans and that these needs include food, water, companionship, a suitable place to live, and the freedom to behave naturally. They begin to appreciate the ways in which humans have a responsibility towards all animals - wild animals, farm animals and pets
• some pupils have not made so much progress and: know that animals have needs just like humans. They appreciate that humans have a responsibility to look after animals properly
• some pupils have progressed further and: know that animals have needs just like humans, and that these needs include food, water, companionship, a suitable place to live, and the freedom to behave naturally. They begin to appreciate the ways in which humans have a responsibility towards all animals - wild animals, farm animals and pets. They identify the wildlife in their local area and know how to help protect wild animals.