This year the Great British Bark Off focuses on ‘embracing diversity, celebrating differences and building compassion’
We’re doing this with our incredible Bark Off mascot, Henry Wee Wheels!
We are thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Great British Bark Off 2024! With over 1,000 schools and 280,000 children taking part so far, this year's event promises to be even more exciting.
Join us from 24 to 28 June for a fun-filled, barking bonanza of a week. Not only will you have a blast, but you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by contributing to the welfare of our furry friends.
Mark your calendars and get ready for a barking good time!
Get involved with Bark Off and brighten up your school this June!
This year, our event is all about CELEBRATING DIFFERENCES and EMBRACING DIVERSITY. One of the key benefits of celebrating differences in schools is the promotion of tolerance and acceptance. By exposing pupils to various cultures, ethnicities, religions, and abilities, schools can cultivate an atmosphere where individuals appreciate and respect one another. This, in turn, helps to break down stereotypes, reduce prejudice, and build a foundation for a more harmonious society. With the help of a few, furry friends and one special, little guy in particular, we want to help your pupils to see that our uniqueness is what makes us special and that, by recognising the unique qualities in others, we can create a better, more understanding and compassionate world.
We live in a wonderfully diverse society. Our world is rich in a variety of people, cultures, faiths and beliefs, all of which should be celebrated…but are they? A recent study by leading education group Pearson, found that “4 in 5 teachers agreed that more could be done to celebrate diverse cultures, people and experiences in schools”. Celebrating differences and embracing diversity in schools is a fundamental aspect of fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Recognising and embracing the unique qualities, backgrounds, and perspectives of pupils contributes to a rich educational experience that prepares them for the diverse world they will navigate beyond the school walls. This is why we encourage you to join in so we can, together, celebrate differences and embrace diversity, to make this world a happier place to live in!
When we sign up, what can we expect?
Good question! Sign up today and you can look forward to an abundance of fun, educational resources for your pupils to use:
Reading and writing activities, art and design tasks and mindfulness activities .
Adaptable activities for KS1 and KS2.
Each child will receive their very own printed Bark Off Booklet which will be sent directly to your school - or you can choose to receive a printable PDF instead..
A guide for teachers, planned by teachers.
A heartwarming, short video about one of our very special ‘wonderdogs’ and their story of diversity.
An engaging, informative assembly PowerPoint.
Ideas for a Great British Bark Off Bake Sale.
The possibility of a visit from one of our amazing Underdog Therapy dogs!
And all this for FREE!
Free resources!
If your school takes part in the Great British Bark Off 2024, each child will receive a printed Bark Off Activity Book, or you could opt to receive the booklet as a printable PDF which would enable the charity to use our funds to help more dogs and children in need. Plus your teachers will receive a fantastic Teacher’s Guide providing extra resources, activities and lesson plans. You’ll also get an assembly presentation and an editable schedule to help you plan your week.
These are examples from a previous booklet. This year, our activities will focus on diversity and celebrating and embracing our differences.
Pennies for Pooches!
Finally, we love that you’re up for getting involved in our mission to help all children nationwide to feel happier and enjoy the little moments of sunshine in life and if you fancy raising a few ‘Pennies for Pooches’ to help us continue our fantastic work, why not bring a brilliant end to your week by holding a Barking Bake Sale? Keep your eyes peeled for a few helpful hints on how you might do this…
