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Help Students Do the Math About Pet Overpopulation
Spay Day USA was observed February 26 — an event designed to promote the spaying and neutering of companion animals in order to eliminate pet overpopulation and reduce the number of dogs and cats...
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Claire Russell: 14-Year-Old Humane Educator
I had the privilege of mentoring a young friend of mine, Claire Russell, on her 8th grade project. At Claire’s school, all 8th graders complete a project of their choice and present it to the entire...
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HBO Airing Documentary About Our Relationships with Dogs
Dogs are a powerful and poignant example of our relationship with animals. In the U.S. we keep millions of them in our homes. Some of us spend millions on them. For many of us, they’re part of the...
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Math + Pet Overpopulation = Great Activity for Young Students
Image copyright Institute for Humane Education. At our student residency this summer, IHE M.Ed. student, Cassandra Scheffman, led a terrific activity for young children that combines basic math skills...
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Not Enough Homes: Adding Up the Pet Overpopulation Problem
This activity helps young students hone their basic math skills while learning about pet overpopulation. Recommended for: Grades 1-3. Time: 30-45 minutes Common Core Standards for this activity...
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