Animal-Assisted Learning An Educator’S Guide

Animal-Assisted Learning is an essential guide to transforming teaching practices through the integration of animals into educational settings. The book explores how animals can significantly enhance cognitive emotional and social development turning education into an engaging life-affirming experience. Packed with professional wisdom chapters: Delve into the psychological benefits of animal therapy that support mental health particularly for children with special educational needs or those in early years settings Cover the practicalities of bringing animals into your environment from risk assessments to ethical considerations ensuring a safe and enriching space for all Contain a wealth of real-life case studies illustrating the transformational impact of animal-assisted learning in a range of settings Combining a theoretical background with detailed practical guidance this book offers a new way of doing things. It is an essential inspiring resource for all early years and primary educators SEND practitioners care workers and anyone passionate about making learning inclusive effective and joyful for every child. |Animal-Assisted Learning An Educator’s Guide