Wildlife

A Fish's Life comic
English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

Sea Life, Not Seafood: Lessons on ‘A Fish’s Life’

Help students see what life is like from the perspective of aquatic animals.

"I Made a Difference for Animals" Award with Betta Fish
Social Studies

Students Speak Up for Betta Fish: A Lesson in Citizenship and Social Justice

It’s easy to incorporate compassion for animals into your curriculum. Just take this kind teacher’s word for it!

Small turtle

The Dangers of Bringing Reptiles and Amphibians Into Your Classroom

Children becoming ill, animals suffering, and more. No kind teacher wants this. Learn why these animals do not belong in the classroom.

English Language ArtsGrades 6-8

SeaWorld Kills: Imprisonment in Amusement Parks (Grades 6–12)

Captivity hurts orcas! Introduce students to the hidden lives of orcas used for entertainment.

"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!

English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

Orcas Belong in the Ocean

Captivity hurts orcas! Encourage students to think about orcas as individuals with families—not as entertainment.

Vigil for Tilikum the Orca
English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

Tilikum: Tale of an Imprisoned Orca

Captivity hurts orcas! Use Tilikum’s story to help students learn that orcas are individuals, not props to be used for entertainment.

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.