By Jeannie Russell Now more than ever, our youth—who are suffering such great fear and disruption in their lives—need to exercise their capacity for positive …
Now More Than Ever: Humane Education Remote Learning Resources for Parents and Teachers Read More »
by Jeannie Russell At HEART, we understand that public schools are (to turn a phrase) the heart of their communities. Schools bring together the interests …
School Gardens, Community Empowerment, and Food Sovereignty Read More »
By Liz Walch When I was a kid, I loved watching Whose Line Is It Anyway?, the TV show where comedians performed on-the-spot skits, bits, …
The “Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act” is a ballot initiative that will be part of California’s November election. If this act becomes a …
Students Investigate California’s “Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals Act” Read More »
We know that education has the power to change the world. The learning youth gain shapes the knowledge and skills they have to apply to …
By Meena Alagappan I am delighted to share the exciting news that HEART is the recipient of the 2018 Excellence in Humane Education Award, which recognizes …
HEART recognized for excellence in humane education Read More »
By Bob Schwalb H.E.A.R.T began delivering humane education programs to all of the 4th and 5th grade classes at Sun Prairie, Wisconsin’s Creekside Elementary in …
By Claire Howe For some time now, I have worked side-by-side with some of the most inspiring, committed, and passionate activists I have ever known… …
By Jeannie Russell In the fall of 2017, HEART kicked off a new and exciting program that greatly expands the reach and impact of our …
By Liz Walch Some of my favorite outdoor activities as a kid were watching the tiny toads that hopped around my house and quietly sitting …
Being A Good Neighbor: Backyard Activities to Help Wild Animals Read More »
“Awareness-raising” is when a person or group brings attention to a concern or issue with the intent of gaining supporters. It is one of the …
Teaching Students how to Raise Awareness about a Problem Read More »
Opinion or persuasive writing can be an excellent opportunity to teach about activism and real-world social justice issues in the classroom. This blog will provide …
Are you looking for some fun activities this Valentine’s that will also encourage your students to think critically about their choices? Below are five activity …
5 Tips for a Humane Valentine’s Day in the Classroom Read More »
By Jeannie Russell One of the challenges to creating a meaningful service curriculum within our humane education framework is finding ways to link the kind …
By Kim Korona With elections, I think there are three important things to address with youth. First, we want to teach them the history and …