The American Kennel Club, a well-known advocate for purebred dogs and the responsible care of all dogs, has combined children’s love and enthusiasm for dogs with a program that teaches character education. All resources are completely free and available through the links below.
The AKC Character Education Program is a character education unit designed for schools or homeschooling parents. It is most appropriate for use with students in grades K-5. This program aims to provide schools with a quality character education program by using our vast knowledge of dogs to engage children in a character education program to help students become responsible citizens. The AKC Character Education Program comprises differentiated lessons and suggested activities for grades K-2 and 3-5.
Implementation Guide
Family Letter
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Assessments
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- K-2
- 3-5
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Lesson Plans
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Lessons will be released on a rolling basis.
- Lesson #1 Kindness (Release Date: August 2024)
- Lesson #2 Bravery (Release Date: October 2024)
Contact AKC Public Education at publiced@akc.org with questions and to get assistance with your program. We are happy to help!
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