Grades 9-12

The following lessons are for students in grades 9-12. The information in each lesson is tailored to the specific level of the students. Please allow between 40-50 minutes for each lesson. Pre and post visit activities are available for all lessons.

Our companions, our concerns (grade 9-12)

In depth look at issues surrounding companion animals within the United States. Key issues include overpopulation, abuse, responsible pet ownership, legislative policies, and solution based problem solving. Student based discussions allow the opportunity to form personal decisions regarding future actions. Educational activity animal may be requested for this presentation.

Issues of personal importance and group problem solving (grade 9-12)

Interactive presentation dealing with how to have discussions on controversial subjects. Students are introduced to a template on how to process and understand the reasoning behind differing views. In the examples: issues of zoos, hunting, and child labor laws are discussed. Students are encouraged to create their own discussion templates. May be presented as an interactive big screen presentation.

Discussion forum (grades 9-12)

Overview of the issues involved in the field of humane education. This informative session provides a spring board for future discussions and lessons within the classroom. Students become knowledgeable of key issues while weighing the need for involvement with various organizations.

Application of humane issues as they relate to various societies (grades 9-12)

Interactive presentation directed towards discovering issues of personal interest within societies. A variety of humanitarian topics are discussed with an emphasis on their working structure. Students come to understand the power of involvement and the benefits of volunteering. May be presented as an interactive big screen presentation.

Issues matrix (grades 11-12)

Fast paced exchange of ideas and positions. Students determine what is important to them, then have the opportunity to encourage their classmates to see their point of view. As ideas are exchanged on a master board, personal opinions are shared. Provides students with an exciting tool for group discussion and problem solving.

Never doubt that a small group of concerned citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead, American Anthropologis