Rabbits will hopping into focus in many schools and early years settings in the north-west of England next month when RSPCA Education Week gets underway.
But rabbits, popular as they are as pets, don't always conform to their cute and cuddly bunny image, and often lead miserable lives in inadequate hutches, with no run for exercise and no companionship. And one of the week's main messages will be that animals don't belong in schools.
RSPCA Education Week from June 17 to 21 is a chance for schools and early years settings to focus on animal welfare and so promote children's respect for life, their understanding of the world and their caring and nurturing skills. The highlight of Education Week will be the RSPCA's presentation of ten animal-friendly schools awards, which recognise outstanding work in animal welfare education. The winners receive 500 each.
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