Dog research projects just got more exciting with this engaging animal research project and dog breed craft combo. Designed to make ELA fun, this all-in-one unit includes differentiated writing templates, 25 ready-to-use reading comprehension passages, and creative report posters focused entirely on all about dogs.

Perfect for pet units, informational writing, or end-of-year projects, this dog research report puts students in the role of a “dog breeder,” tasked with teaching their community about their assigned dog breed. With differentiated writing levels and built-in support, this project motivates reluctant writers and helps all students build confidence in their informational writing skills.

Your download includes everything you need for a meaningful and manageable pet research project:

✅ 25 informational reading passages on popular dog breeds

✅ Printable & digital options for classroom and distance learning

✅ 3 levels of writing templates to support and differentiate

✅ Dog breed craft toppers and research report poster templates

✅ Peer/self-editing checklists, rubrics, and teacher guides

✅ Google Slides version for tech-friendly classrooms

Dog breeds included: Golden Retriever, Labrador, Chihuahua, French Bulldog, Dachshund, and 20+ more! (Full list below)

Perfect for:

• Animal research units
• Informative writing
• Preparing for a new pet
• Dog activities for writing centers or projects
• Early finishers or cross-curricular ELA/science

Skills Covered:

• Reading nonfiction
• Research and note-taking
• Informative writing
• Organizing and presenting facts
• Writing conventions and structure

With this ready-to-go resource, students won’t just write, they’ll love to write about dogs. Whether you're looking to boost engagement or need an easy-to-implement research activity, this dog research project delivers creativity, structure, and fun all in one.

Please note: The information in the reading passages was found through my research and not necessarily my own opinions of the breeds. You will need a technology source for students to research using the websites provided in the product.

Here is a full list of the dog breeds included:

Sporting & Working Breeds: Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, St. Bernard, Doberman Pinscher, Boxer, Rottweiler, Great Dane, Siberian Husky, Greyhound

Herding Breeds: German Shepherd, Border Collie, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Shetland Sheepdog

Toy Breeds: Chihuahua, Shih Tzu, Pug, French Bulldog

Non-Sporting & Companion Breeds: English Bulldog, Schnauzer, Dalmatian, Basset Hound

Terriers: Yorkshire Terrier, Jack Russel Terrier

What Teachers Like You Have to Say About this Project:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Super cute and creative project! My class loved this!! This is an excellent project to work on research skills, and my kids were interested in the whole time." --Melissa S

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Probably one of my all-time favorite purchases! My class absolutely loved this research activity!" --Andrea B

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "What a comprehensive resource! This will definitely keep students actively involved in reading and writing. Such a great way to motivate students! Thank you so much for your quality resources." --The Fun Factory

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