Dog-Themed Learning for Upper Elementary

Games, Facts, Crafts & Novel Studies

Students love dogs — and that enthusiasm is a powerful teaching tool. Explore interactive games, fascinating dog facts, creative writing activities, and literature guides built around eight dog-themed chapter books.

Watercolor Dog
89.7MDogs in the U.S.
44%U.S. households own a dog
14,000Years dogs & humans have been friends
300+Recognized breeds worldwide

Explore the Dog Theme

Six sections packed with engaging content — from interactive games students can play right now to nonfiction reading, creative writing, and novel study resources for eight beloved books.

Dog Games and Activities

Games & Activities

Interactive games, creative writing prompts with dog photos, dog quotes, classic public domain dog stories, and three hands-on craft projects students can make and take home.

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Dog Facts Article

Dog Facts

A nonfiction reading article covering 14,000 years of dog history, AKC breed classifications, puppy development, vaccinations, and responsible pet care — with a free Google Slides handout.

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Dog Novel Studies

Novel Studies

Literature guides for eight dog-themed chapter books — from Stone Fox and Shiloh to Bunnicula and The One and Only Bob. Free samples and full units available.

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Name That Dog Quiz

Name That Dog

Can students identify 20 famous dogs from books, movies, TV, and history? From Snoopy to Balto, this quiz tests knowledge of the most iconic pups ever.

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Dog Years Calculator

Dog Years Calculator

How old is your dog in human years — and how old are you in dog years? Use the interactive calculator and learn why the real answer is more complicated than 7×.

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Puppy Tic Tac Toe

Puppy Tic-Tac-Toe

Play the classic game with a dog-themed twist — answer trivia questions to earn your square, or challenge the computer to a quick match. Plus a dog personality quiz and word scramble!

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