eTwinning “Do you need me? Because I need you” – Part 6

 

April was the month in which we focused on “special” activities. Each school had the opportunity to present a pet-related action, initiative or project, which reflected the values and philosophy they wanted to share.

Guided by the principles of inclusion and respect for all living beings - and in connection with the Panhellenic School Day for Animal Welfare in Greece on April 4th - our students participated in an online interview with the unique veterinarian in Greece who builds special wheelchairs for pets with mobility issues. 

They learnt about the process of designing such wheelchairs, the factors that influence their construction, and even watched videos of real cases, including the surprising story of a turtle that received its own tiny wheelchair.

The children then interviewed the veterinarian, asking insightful questions that he answered with enthusiasm, sometimes even pleasantly surprised by their curiosity. To conclude, he gave them a virtual tour of his workshop, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the innovative work being done.

Using the notes they had taken during the presentation and the answers from the plethora of questions they had asked the veterinarian, our students created an infographic highlighting the Q&A points that impressed them the most. By adding suitable visuals, they were able to share their findings with the partner schools and spread important information about pets with mobility challenges.

In the end, our students had a unique experience: they gained knowledge, developed sensitivity, awareness and an expanded perspective on how creativity and compassion can change animals’ lives. Through sharing what they had learned with our partners, our learners became voices advocating for pets with special needs.