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Does my pet really love me?

From Mystery Doug

Does my pet really love me?
7 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScienceSocial-Emotional Learning
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Does my pet really love me?" -- and follows the clues. Pets really do bond with us and show affection in their own ways -- with tail wags, purrs, and sticking close. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Does my pet really love me?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about pet, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: pet, bond, affection.

Try it: Explain the answer to "Does my pet really love me?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.