How To Look After Your Pet Cat: A practical guide to caring for your pet, in step-by-step photographs
#3 of 3 in How to Look After Your Pet Series
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What’s inside...
Filled with useful information and guidance, from how to choose a kitten or cat, to feeding and healthcare. Practical advice on how to groom your pet, how to keep it safe, and how to know when it is unwell, all shown in 60 easy-to-follow pictures.
Discussion points
What are some ways we can make sure our pet cat is happy and healthy?
Why do you think it's important to take good care of a pet cat?
Can you describe the steps we would take to groom our cat?
How do you think our cat feels when we play with it or give it attention?
What responsibilities would you like to take on for caring for our pet cat?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about pet care by listening attentively and asking follow-up questions. Use examples from the book to discuss real-life scenarios. Help them understand the responsibility and joy of caring for a living being by relating it to caring for a pet cat. Emphasize empathy and kindness by discussing how the cat might feel in different situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The book provides detailed instructions on how to care for a pet cat, emphasizing the regular tasks involved.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking on age-appropriate chores at home, such as feeding their pet or keeping their living space clean.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: It discusses understanding a cat's needs and feelings, helping children see things from their pet's perspective.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice empathy by being attentive to the emotions and needs of family members and friends.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: Illustrates the time and patience required in training and bonding with a pet cat.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply patience in learning new skills or in interacting with others, understanding that immediate results are not always possible.
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: Teaches how to pay attention to a cat's health and behavior through close observation.
Real-World Application: These skills can transfer to observing details in school projects or in nature, enhancing their overall attentiveness.
Example Lesson: Commitment
Explanation: Highlights the long-term commitment required to care for a pet throughout its life.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of dedication, whether it's in maintaining friendships, pursuing hobbies, or academic responsibilities.