Compassionate Classroom

Betta fish
Science

These Comments About Betta Fish in the Classroom Show Why They Should Never Be Used as Class ‘Pets’

Betta fish are sensitive, complex beings—not teaching tools or classroom props.

Primate laboratories
Science

Why Every Teacher Should Be Anti-Vivisection—Starting With Dissection

Animal testing, including classroom dissection, is bad science. All educators should know why. Learn about humane and effective alternatives.

"Glue Board" mouse who was caught in a glue trap

High School Student vs. Glue Traps

No school should ever use glue traps—and high school student Abby will inspire you to make sure your school isn’t supporting cruelty!

Social-emotional learningGrades 6-8

Inspire Empathy for All Living Beings With a Gallery Walk

Get students out of their seats and engaged in meaningful discussions of empathy for all living beings with this thought-provoking activity.

Goldfish
Science

One Fish, Two Fish, Bottle Fish?!

Check out these animal-friendly ecosystem projects!

Spanish ResourcesGrades PreK-2

Curso de “Comparte el mundo” en español

Las importantes lecciones del curso “Comparte el mundo” sobre empatía, compasión hacia los animales y la Regla de Oro están …

Monarch butterfly on a purple flower
ScienceGrades PreK-2

How to Teach About Butterflies—the Compassionate Way

Butterfly kits become popular when spring finally arrives and teachers are looking for a life-cycle activity to teach their students …

If You Wouldn't Drink Dog's Milk Why Drink A Cow's?
Social StudiesGrades 3-5

Develop Higher-Order Thinking Through Humane Education

Inspire critical thinking in your students through compassion for all animals. Includes suggested readings, worksheets, and activities.