Pets We Love and Why They Feel Like Family

Conversation - A1-A2 | Beginner Level

Nov. 22 Sat , 18:00 USA

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Description

In this class you will:

Learn why pets matter and why they often feel like family.

Learn simple vocabulary related to pets, feelings, and family.

Watch the video and discuss how pets make owners feel and how we care for them.

Share your own pet experiences or ideas about having a pet, and how you’d treat a pet like family.

You will:
✅ Understand why pets are important companions
✅ Use simple sentences to talk about animals, care, and feelings
✅ Practice speaking about your experiences or hopes with pets
✅ Learn to describe how pets make a house feel more like a home

Session Activities

1. Do you have a pet? What kind?

2. How do you feel when you are with your pet (or when you see a pet)?

3. What pet would you like to have, if any? Why?

4. How do you treat your pet — like a friend, a child, a family member?

5. Why do you think people say “pets are part of the family”?

1. What reasons does the video give for why pets matter?

2. Do you agree that a pet can be part of the family? Why or why not?

3. How do you think pets help people emotionally or mentally?

4. What responsibilities come with having a pet?

5. Have you ever felt like a pet helped you feel less alone or sad? How?

6. How is caring for a pet similar to caring for a family member?

7. What pet-friendly things do people often do (say in your country)?

8. Would you rather have a dog, a cat, or a different pet? Why?

9. After watching the video, what new idea did you learn about the bond between people and pets?

Pet

An animal you keep in your home for company

Companion

Someone (or an animal) who stays with you and gives friendship

Family member

Someone in your family

Bond

A strong connection or relationship

Responsibility

Something you have to do to take care of someone or something

Comfort

Something that makes you feel better or safe

Loyal

Always supporting and being faithful

Care

To look after someone or something

Emotional

Related to feelings