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Field Trips

Donkey Basketball Social Post

Donkey Basketball Fundraisers: Disturbing and Inhumane

Have you ever heard of “donkey basketball”? It’s hard to believe that some schools sanction it, but they do—and it’s cruel.

How to Hand Out Leaflets

Teacher Activism: Spread the Word About Animal-Friendly School Activities

Help show fellow teachers how to ensure that their field trips and fundraisers promote kindness to animals.

A group of students gathered around two laptops, celebrating, smiling, and clapping.
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 …

Lion Bites Visitor at ‘Tiger King’–Featured Tourist Trap
Science

Bitten, Mauled, and Clawed: Why Roadside Zoo Field Trips Are Dangerous For Your Students

Teachers: Field trips to roadside zoos can be deadly for your students.

Students and a teacher stand together, giving a thumbs up in front of a chalkboard
English Language ArtsGrades 9-12

Empowering Education: Free Resources for Teachers

How TeachKind Supports Teachers and Schools with Free Humane Education Resources TeachKind’s team of former classroom teachers and experts can …

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Humane Fundraisers

There are so many humane and fun ways to raise funds for your school that there’s absolutely no reason to …

Goldfish in a small plastic bag
© iStock.com/JenD

Cruel Fundraisers

Fundraising is a necessity for most schools, and it’s also an opportunity to bring students and staff together for a …

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Humane Field Trips

Field trips should be fun and educational—which is exactly why trips to roadside zoos, animal circuses, and other establishments that use animals …

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Spanish ResourcesGrades 3-5

Lecciones de español y recursos para el aprendizaje de TeachKind

Una colección de recursos de TeachKind en español.

Joaquin Phoenix We Are All Animals Ad
Spanish ResourcesGrades 6-8

Joaquin Phoenix: El ‘Joker’ Vegano en Defensa de los Animales (Grados 6-12)

El actor Joaquin Phoenix usa su éxito para crear más conciencia sobre los animales; su historia también puede ayudar a inspirar a tus estudiantes a alzar la voz por los animales.

Joaquin Phoenix We Are All Animals Ad
English Language ArtsGrades 6-8

Joaquin Phoenix: The Vegan Joker in Defense of Animals (Grades 6-12)

Actor Joaquin Phoenix uses his success to raise more awareness for animals—and his story can help inspire your students to speak up, too.

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