Object: A growl. Ask all of the children to growl on cue.

Good morning, boys and girls. Today we are going to learn something, and at the same time have a very good time doing it. How many of you have a dog for a pet? (Let them raise their hands.) Is your dog a good watchdog? (Let them answer.) He is a good watchdog. What does that mean? (Let them answer.) When someone comes to your house and knocks on the door or rings the doorbell, the dog barks or growls. Is there anyone here who can make the sound of a dog growling? (Ask for a volunteer to do it first, and then ask everyone to join the volunteer in growling.) That sounds great. As a matter of fact, it sounds kind of scary. I don't think I would wan…