Step 3: Exploring the different areas of veterinary medicine
Does it take the same training to treat dogs as it does donkeys or dolphins? Did you know that veterinarians play a big role in making sure our food is safe? Or that some make incredible discoveries in research labs?
*Pick one reading option + one activity to complete. Inspired? Do more than one activity!
Make sure to do a reading option and an activity option!
ACTIVITY OPTIONS
Each step has multiple choices. Pick one reading option + one activity to complete. Inspired? Do more than one activity!
Reading Options
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Reading Option 1. For younger readers, read two or more books from Purdue's "This is How We Role".
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Reading Option 2. For older readers, read the AVMA materials on the Activity Resources page about different types of veterinarians.
Activity Options
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Activity 1: Letter to a Friend. Write a letter to a friend about your imaginary day as a veterinarian. This is an opportunity to let your creative writing juices flow! See the Activity Resources page for instructions, group adaptation, and details.
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Activity 2: Let's Protect! Learn about an endangered or vulnerable species and what zoos and veterinarians do to protect the species. See the Activity Resources page for instructions, group adaptation, and details.
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Activity 3: Endangered Animals Right Here. Learn about your state's endangered species. See the Activity Resources page for instructions, group adaptation, and details.
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Activity 4: Disaster Preparedness Pet Edition. Make an evacuation plan and kit for your pet (or imaginary pet). It's always good to be prepared! See the Activity Resources page for instructions, group adaptation, and details.