Compassionate Classroom

Carolyn Dimitriyadi

Teacher Spotlight: Meet Carolyn Dimitriyadi

This teacher’s implementation of humane education will inspire you to help animals in your classroom!

TeachKind's 2017 Teacher Appreciation Contest Winner, Magaly Madrid

Meet the Winners of TeachKind’s 2017 Teacher Appreciation Contest!

These educators are teaching kids to have compassion for animals. Let their great work inspire YOU!

2016 Teacher Appreciation Contest

Meet the Winners of TeachKind’s 2016 Teacher Appreciation Contest!

These teachers are going above and beyond for animals. Check them out and let them inspire YOU to do the same!

Diane DiGravio: TeachKind 2015 Teacher Appreciation Contest Runner-up

Meet the Winners of TeachKind’s 2015 Teacher Appreciation Contest

These compassionate teachers are going above and beyond for animals—get ready to be inspired!

Social-emotional learningGrades PreK-2

‘How to Heal a Broken Wing’ and Other Lessons in Empathy

Did you know that pigeons have excellent memories, are devoted to their family, and can recognize their own reflection? These interesting birds are worth learning about and deserve our respect.

Birds made from musical notes
Grades 3-5

Music Teachers: Cut the Cruelty With Vegan Instruments

Inspire students to express their creativity without exploiting animals by stocking your classroom with cruelty-free musical instruments.

Screenshot of PETA's "We are Animals" music video
Grades PreK-2

Animal-Friendly Songs for Your Musical Classroom

TeachKind and PETA Kids teamed up to adapt and create a collection of animal-friendly songs for your musical classroom.

Teacher in classroom

Teacher Inspiration: Meet the Teacher Appreciation Contest’s Stellar Standouts

Meet three inspiring educators whose actions highlight ways educators can make a difference for students and animals.