Lesson Plans
These prepared lesson plans address a variety of humane themes for elementary, middle school, and high school students. Lessons are aligned to the Massachusetts Department of Education's curriculum frameworks, and are designed to be taught by classroom teachers. Most lessons include an instructor introduction and related handouts.
What An Animal Needs (Pet Care, Grades K-2)
Instructor Introduction Lesson Plan Related Handouts
The Perfect Home (Pet Care, Grades 3-5)
Instructor Introduction Lesson Plan Related Handouts
Staying Safe and Smart Around Dogs and Cats (Dog Bite Prevention, Grades K-5)
Instructor Introduction Lesson Plan Related Handouts
Learning About Wildlife (Living with Wildlife, Grades K-2)
Instructor Introduction Lesson Plan Related Handouts
Protecting Local Wildlife (Living with Wildlife, Grades 3-5)
Instructor Introduction Lesson Plan Related Handouts
These lessons are ideal as presentations & guided research projects for Middle School students, or as independent research projects for High School students.
The Story Behind Factory Farming (Grades 6-12)
Curriculum strands include US History, Biology/Ecology, and Comprehensive Health.
Instructor Introduction Lesson Plan "Three Issues" Summary Resource List
The Humane Education department at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm is happy to work with educators to develop lessons tailored to a particular unit, from Pit Bull Myths to Animals in Entertainment. For more information, please contact us at (978) 687-7453 x 6108.
