After receiving in-classroom lessons covering issues related to human rights, environmental ethics, and animal protection, students select an issue they feel passionately about and …
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When it comes to teaching kids about important world issues, nothing gets their attention like a video or picture. Generally, we don’t want students …
Seeing is Believing: The Benefits of Using Video and Images in the Classroom Read More »
So many organizations out there are in need of funds to continue their important work. That’s why a popular activity at schools has always been …
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When we see a book that teaches effective ways to talk to kids about issues and offers activities that instill reverence, compassion and respect for …
Book Recommendation: The Power and Promise of Humane Education Read More »
The week after the BP Oil spill in April 2010, the spring session for the HEART Club at Mamaroneck Avenue Elementary School was starting. The …
Organizing a Student Project When the Issue is Current and Overwhelming Read More »
For the past five years Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers (HEART) has worked to further its mission to foster compassion and respect for all living …