Compassionate Classroom

Hey, Little Ant book cover
Social-emotional learningGrades PreK-2

‘Hey, Little Ant’: Little Guy Makes a Big Case (Grades K–5)

All animals deserve respect. Use this book to teach your students compassion and perspective-taking from an ant’s point-of-view!

4 Easy Vegan Halloween Treats for Your Classroom!

Classroom parties are a great way to bond with students and make holidays more special. They’re also usually overflowing with …

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English Language Arts

Virtual Field Trips: The Future Is Here

Free Field Trips That Inspire Compassion and Curiosity Bring your classroom to life—without ever leaving your seats! TeachKind’s free virtual …

primate mother with baby
English Language ArtsGrades 6-8

39 Images and Daily Writing Prompts That Will Help Your Students Develop Empathy for Animals

Help students learn about and relate to animals—and reflect on the animal issues they learn about—on a regular basis.

Turkey on the grass
English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

Cultivate Kids’ Compassion: Disguise a Turkey Activity!

Suggested grade levels: K–2, homeschool  Objectives: To gain an understanding that turkeys want to live free from harm and suffering …

Girl touching horse's face
Social-emotional learningGrades PreK-2

Using Empowering Affirmations to Cultivate Empathy in Your Students

Social-emotional learning is a hot topic in schools these days, and educators know how important it is to incorporate lessons …

ladybug

Teach Students How to Be a Hero for Insects at School

Model for students what to do when insects or spiders find their way indoors.

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English Language Arts

Compassionate Classroom Routines

Daily Kindness Activities That Inspire Empathy Imagine a classroom in which students not only excel academically but also demonstrate genuine …