Wildlife
Wild animals aren’t just in documentaries and far-off jungles; they’re in our own backyards. From squirrels to ladybugs, wildlife is all around us—if we take time to notice. By starting small, like safely rescuing an insect stranded in the classroom, students learn to see, appreciate, and protect the wildlife they encounter every day. We show teachers fun ways to inspire students to care about the animals around them, because a little awareness can open up a whole new world of wonder and create a lifetime of compassion.
Cruel Field Trips
Field trips are a fun opportunity to give your students exciting hands-on experiences and the chance to see new things …
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Birdwatchers to Changemakers: Elementary School Named Guardians of the Eagles
What happens when students are given the chance to connect with animals in a meaningful, authentic way? At John Baldwin …
“Sheldon Hears a Squeak”: Encouraging Compassion for All (Reader’s Theater)
“Sheldon Hears a Squeak” helps children explore what it means to see things from the point of view of even the smallest animals, and this can lead to more compassion for all living beings.
Free 2026 ‘Rescued!’ Desktop Wallpaper Calendars
Make your laptop, tablet, or phone a source of year-long inspiration with our free calendar wallpapers.
Facing Opposition: Support for Teachers
Not all teachers feel free to teach animal rights or change inhumane practices. These tips will help you find your voice in the face of adversity.
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Literacy Engagement Toolkits for Elementary and Secondary Teachers
Explore flexible, ready-to-use K-12 resources that build reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication skills through engaging, animal-centered lessons.
Meet the Kind Piglet
A Compassionate Solution to Pig Dissection Benefits Perfect for: Teach Kind Science with the Kind Piglet Animal-free dissection—like the Kind Piglet—improves learning by eliminating …
Adopt Me, Please! A Persuasive Writing Project With Real-World Meaning
Better Writing, Bigger Hearts, and Boosted Engagement. (Not so fun) Fact: Student engagement is at an all-time low. Across the …