What Teachers and Students are saying about
Pet Orphans
Humane Education Program…..

"People are often heard to say that they are concerned about the kind of world we will leave to our grandchildren, and I am one of them.

But I am equally concerned about the kind of grandchildren we shall leave to the world." --John A. Hoyt

Educator Comments

"It was excellent. My students definitely changed their perception on how to care for a pet."
-- Teacher, Parthenia Elementary

"Thank you for your energy and enthusiasm presenting to young children! They got a lot out of the lesson, and were delighted with the coloring books and goodies. The safety focus was outstanding as so many of our children frequent parks with dogs. It is great they can learn to be safe. I will incorporate your ideas in future "pet" units."
-- Teacher, Parthenia Elementary

"Thank you for a wonderful presentation. It was especially needed in the Pacoima community where far too many animals are neglected, abused, used for fighting, or just turned loose on the streets. I think the children learned a lot, and it will give them a lot to think about."
-- Teacher, Telfair Elementary

"Our Open Court Reading includes a unit on fear. In the past few years, the number one fear for first graders is dogs. This was such an excellent program. In all my 30 years of teaching, this was one of the most valuable and needed programs for young children."
-- Terry deCroupet, Mountain View Elementary

"I think every kindergarten class would benefit from your presentation."
-- Teacher, Meyler Street School

"Fantastic! Thanks for your visits! Can't wait until next year!"
-- Rachelle Hubert, Coodinator, Langdon Avenue Elementary

"Lots of valuable information was presented in an age-appropriate way!"
-- Teacher, Pacoima Charter School

"Well organized. Great materials for students and teachers for follow-up activities, and the materials incorporate various curriculum areas."
-- Teacher, Haddon Elementary

"We just had an absolutely wonderful presentation on animal safety here at Bassett!! Your presenters were informative and the kids and teachers were all actively involved. I have got to say that yours has been the best presentation ever that I have seen at Bassett."
-- Jeny Vasquez, 2nd Grade Teacher, Bassett Street Elementary

"Best presentation I’ve experienced in 17 years of teaching."
-- Sheila McGuckin, Langdon Avenue Elementary, North Hills

"The kids really enjoyed your presentation. You taught them things that they will remember forever."
--Caraly Higuchi, Norma Coombs Alternative School, Pasadena

"Students were so involved… kids kept talking about it days after."
-- Denise Rue, 2nd Grade, Bassett Street Elementary

"I like very much that the coloring books are bilingual. The kids could share and explain the program to their parents."
-- Teacher, Fair Avenue Elementary

"Even I learned a lot."
-- Langdon Avenue Elementary, 2nd Grade

"Everything was grade appropriate and understandable for ELD students too! It was perfect
– the pictures and the puppets and the hands on activities were great!"
-- Amy Maldonado, Linwood Howe Elementary, 1st Grade

"Encouraged kids to think about pets as animals with feelings."
-- Teacher, San Pascual Elementary

"Thank you for coming. You are so well organized. You have an excellent program. The speakers, materials are great. The children remember so much."
-- Teacher, First Lutheran School

"I learned things I didn’t know. Great role playing for the kids. The safety lesson was fantastic".
-- Mrs. Meagher, Emelita Avenue Elementary. 1st Grade

"I particularly like the way each child in class practiced what they learned and were able to demonstrate verbally their understanding. Great for bilingual children who are still learning more vocabulary (and everyone else as well)."
--Teacher, Winnetka Avenue Elementary