Whatever Happened to the Classroom Turtle?:  How Animals Spark Student Engagement and a Love of Learning (Foster hands-on learning and student engagement with class pets and science-based activities)

Research shows that keeping animals in classrooms can have profound effects on student well-being and success in school. In this practical guide, Dr. Brady Barr offers a step-by-step process for reintroducing nature-based learning experiences into 21st century schooling. Discover how to select a classroom pet, introduce it to your students, and design carefully thought-out lessons centered around the animal.

Use this resource as a comprehensive guide toward the reintroduction of nature into ...