Preschool - 6th Grade School Programs

Animal storytelling-based experiences designed for Preschool – 6th grade learners.

Connect with animals through sanctuary stories

Our Sanctuary Stories & Pen Pals Lesson is offered as a classroom visit or virtual presentation, depending on the needs of each group. This storytelling-based animal experience brings real issues to life in a way that is age appropriate and tangible.

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Pasado's Pen Pals

As part of our Sanctuary Stories presentation, students will connect with animals through our internationally recognized pen pal program. Students simply choose an animal they just met during the lesson and write them a letter. This is a fun way to practice writing and spelling skills while making new animal friends!

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SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING AND CHARACTER EDUCATION

Pasado’s Safe Haven incorporates CASEL’s evidenced based Social and Emotional Learning Framework along with valuable Character Education concepts into our animal centered education programs.

CHARACTER EDUCATION CONCEPTS TAUGHT

Compassion: Students will be able to define what compassion means and identify who should be treated with compassion.
Respect: Students will foster greater respect for others by understanding their needs, families, homes, and freedoms.
Kindness: Students will be encouraged to show others kindness after learning about our similarities and differences.
Diversity: Students will grow an appreciation for diversity and gain a better understanding of others, including animals.
Empathy: Students will be encouraged to understand and take the perspective of others.

Fun & Educational Videos

Learn more about animals and how to care for them through our Sanctuary Life Unfiltered collection. These videos are fun and informative while providing a closer look into what goes on at our sanctuary.

Additional learning

Two children pet a large pig lying down outdoors during a school field trip.

Sanctuary Tour Field Trips

Local schools and homeschool groups are invited to tour Pasado’s Safe Haven on a field trip. This opportunity is offered free of charge to classrooms K-12. Field trip days fill up quickly, we recommend scheduling these in advance!

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Curriculum downloads

Extend your students’ learning and empathy development with our downloadable curriculums. These lesson plans meet Social-Emotional Learning Standards and help connect students to the issues that are affecting animals today.

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Plant Powered Plates

Our Plant Powered Plates Campaign helps K-12 schools, universities, and hospitals make the shift towards providing more healthy, delicious, plant-based menu and meal options. We provide taste-testing opportunities, hands-on technical assistance, marketing materials, and engagement strategies for students, organizations, and communities.

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