Making an animal clinic in our classroom

After visiting Holmes Animal Clinic earlier in April, we decided it would be fun to make our own animal clinic in our classroom.  We thought about all the different things we saw Dr. Jeff and Tammy use to check and take care of animals teeth.  We worked in groups to make different things.  One group was interested in making an X-ray machine and computers to look at the X-rays.  Another group made a cage for the animals.  We also had a group make the large light for over the exam/surgery table.  We had others making signs and different items to sell, such as dog and cat toothbrushes, dog collars, special animal toothpaste and shampoo.  We decided to get out our doctor kits and see what items we could use from them as well.  We have been enjoying playing in our "E-hawk Vet Clinic" the past few days.  We are taking turns being the customers with pets, Vets and their assistants.  We also had several students make up fun names for their new careers!  We hope to have many more fun learning experiences in our animal clinic!