Pets in a Classroom

Pets in the Classroom is an educational grants program that supports elementary school teachers in having aquarium fish or small pets in the classroom.

[Jennifer Flores @littleknights1]

Meet Heidi 2.0! Thank you Petsmart for awarding our class a Pets in the Classroom sustaining grant. Heidi is a Winter White Dwarf hamster. We look forward to caring for her in our classroom! @NISDMireles @PetSmart @PetsinClassroom @NISDElemScience @NISDTeachLearn @NISD_ECE

[TropicalFishHobbyist @TFHmagazine]

🐟 @PetsinClassroom needs your help placing aquatic animals in classrooms. Their no-hassle grant program supports Pre-K through 12th grade teachers in enhancing students’ educational and personal development through interaction with pets. Donate today! https://t.co/3MCJS7HUTm

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For many students, that “someone” is a classroom pet: a calm presence, a listening ear, and a reason to smile again.

Visit https://t.co/jQIRdALZvJ to apply for financial assistance to receive your own classroom pet.
Video Credit: Mrs. Hammond
#petsintheclassroom #classroompet

[McNair MS @swisd_mcn]

📚🐟Meet our newest (and quietest) library resident! Thanks to a grant from @PetsinClassroom - our librarian, was able to bring in a male betta. Students love stopping by to say hello and enjoy a moment of calm during their day! 💙✨

📸pc: Ms. DeLaCruz

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A hedgehog named Mr. Pickles changed everything in one middle school classroom—turning apathy into empathy, and lessons into life skills. 🦔

Read the full story: https://t.co/Y4OfBWrHgq

#ClassroomPets #SEL #GrantsForTeachers #MiddleSchoolMagic #PetsInTheClassroom

[Angela Myers @LibraryRmms]

It’s been a great week in the RMMS Library. Can’t believe we only have 13 days of school left.❤️🎉📚⭐️@PetsinClassroom

[readingwarriors @readingwarriors]

We haven't seen Bonnie in months! We definitely enjoyed spending time with her again today @AlbrightMS @Alief_Libraries @PetsinClassroom

[Crayola Learning @CrayolaLearning]

🐾🐍 Join Dr. Whitney Miller from @petco & @PetsinClassroom grant recipient Kylie Garr, as they explore guinea pigs, bearded dragons, & pythons! 🐹🐉 Plus, learn to draw a turtle with Kylie while hearing animal fun facts! 🐢🎨 #NationalPetDay

Watch now: https://t.co/3ByDa9TA1S

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"My students have a calm down zone next to the fish tank. It’s been so popular that I have had to add extra spots and a timer!"
~ Shannon Stark

Whether it’s a calming fish tank or a furry friend, pets can transform your classroom environment.
https://t.co/TGGVtAMrrR

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In this 1st-grade classroom, students are learning an invaluable lesson—caring for a pet goes beyond feeding and cleaning. It’s about respect, kindness, and understanding for all living things.

We are proud to help bring these lessons and more to students.

📷PC: Emily Thoreson

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"Charlie [bearded dragon] has helped students with their imagination! Students were excited to write a story about Charlie escaping and flying away in a hot-air balloon. They collaborated on writing, and each got to illustrate their own story."
~ Kitty McDowell, grant recipient

[Pets in a Classroom @PetsinClassroom]

Discover creative ways to enhance learning in your classroom…
Haven Goodmanson, a teacher from Waco, TX, is using classroom pets to provide her students with unforgettable educational experiences...
#CreativeLearning #BackToSchool #LearningIsFun #PetsInTheClassroom

[Pets in a Classroom @PetsinClassroom]

A Classroom Pet Brings Learning to Life! From feeding and care to incorporating pets into lessons, a classroom pet helps students connect, focus, and explore.
Apply for the Pets in the Classroom grant and bring the magic of a pet into your classroom!
https://t.co/TGGVtALTCj

[Pets in a Classroom @PetsinClassroom]

Fun Fact: Bearded dragons are omnivores that start life loving insects and grow to enjoy veggies. What's your dragon's favorite snack?
#ClassroomPets #petsintheclassroom #Beardeddragon #animalfacts #petfacts

[Pets in a Classroom @PetsinClassroom]

Looking for Creative Ways to Engage Your Students?
Check out our latest blog for 10 ways to make learning fun and interactive with your scaly classroom companion!
Read it here: https://t.co/TM3JtuUsoq

[Pets in a Classroom @PetsinClassroom]

"So many students have BIG feelings, and Ellie, my turtle, helps to regulate their big feelings. Just watching her is so relaxing, which in turn relaxes them."
~ Nancy Testorff

Bring a class pet to your students. Apply for our grant today:https://t.co/TGGVtALTCj

#classpet

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Do you have a heartwarming pet moment from your classroom? We want to see it! Share your photos, videos, and stories with us!
How to share:
📷 Post on social media and tag us!
📷 Upload directly at https://t.co/RDzxN7YYdv

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Valentine's Day is TOMORROW and we've got you covered! We've got free, printable valentines featuring classroom pets! And don't miss the newest edition to our collection...valentines you can customize with a photo of your class pet!
https://t.co/gPLt0ZHqaV
#printablevalentine

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Keep Your Classroom Bearded Dragon Active! In the wild, lizards spend their days exploring, hunting, and staying alert to their surroundings. It’s important to replicate these natural behaviors by providing enrichment! Add climbing structures, hiding spots, & foraging toys.

[Pets in a Classroom @PetsinClassroom]

Brings Learning to Life! From feeding and care to incorporating pets into lessons, a classroom pet helps students connect, focus, and explore.

Apply for the Pets in the Classroom grant & bring joy to your classroom!
https://t.co/TGGVtALTCj

#PetsInTheClassroom #LearningWithPets