#BeLikeIvan

Ivan made another visit to Mr U's classroom.  The first visit was more of  a meet and greet so this time I prepared a lesson for the class.  I found a lesson plan idea here- the Allie Project is a great resource for lesson ideas for therapy dogs.  I used the the friendship & differences lesson. 

I didn't find the book suggested (Annie Loses her Leg but Finds Her Way BY Sandra J. Philipson) in paper copy but did find it on YouTube.  I had the teacher show the book to the students before I came in.  I also read them When Charley met Emma and we talked about how being different is ok. Then we talked about how Ivan is very accepting of everyone.  He is kind to everyone no matter how they act, think, look, speak or believe.  We talked about how it is important to #belikeIvan and be kind to our friends and everyone.

I also passed out the trader cards I made for Ivan.  They had a picture of Ivan on the front and a little bit about him on the back.  I am hoping this will serve as a reminder of their time with Ivan and also a reminder to Be Like Ivan.

I try to keep Ivan's Instagram page up to date and I hope to continue to update the #BeLikeIvan hashtag with pictures from his visits.  For now, I will continue to use the Allie website for lesson plan ideas.  Also, keep your fingers crossed, it looks like he will be going to another school and at least working with a small group to start.