An important part of animal protection is ensuring that every dog and cat has a forever loving home. Unfortunately, we know that currently there are not enough homes for every animal who needs one. Explaining this concept to young people can be difficult. Utilize this simple, eye-opening activity that illustrates the problem of dog and cat homelessness, while helping students practice their math skills. This activity also highlights the important role animal rescue organizations play in matching animal companions to caring guardians or families.
You can modify the activity for older students by creating a similar worksheet with a more complex math equation.
