The RSPCA is urging schools in Milton Keynes to help build a new generation of animal champions this RSPCA Week – which starts on September 29.
Teachers and educators can sign up to receive a special RSPCA Week pack – which provides support and engaging content for pupils, and also includes fundraising activities and other fun teaching resources.
“This is the first time we have aimed RSPCA Week exclusively at the younger generation, and we are really excited about schools signing up - there’s still plenty of time to get involved!” said Matilda Verbeeten, for the RSPCA.
“Animal welfare education can help people understand that animals are sentient beings, and face specific challenges. It also builds critical and independent thinking skills, encouraging problem-solving and responsible action to prevent animal neglect and cruelty.
“By promoting respect and positive animal welfare, we hope to inspire individuals to make thoughtful, compassionate choices in their daily lives.
“The best thing is teachers and educators can choose the activities they want to do, and how many days they want to dedicate to them.”
Different activities are tailored specifically for primary and secondary school children.
This new event has been backed by RSPCA Ambassador Kate Lawlor.
“I know how fantastic these guys are.,” she said, “They've put together these amazing, totally free activity packs for primary and secondary schools.”
Schools wanting to sign up can visit: https://www.rspca.org.uk/whatwedo/education/rspcaweek
