1st Grade

A girl petting an orange cat
Social-emotional learningGrades 3-5

Download a Class Set of Kindness Pledges

Start the year off right! Foster a compassionate classroom environment by using our printable kindness pledges for grades K–5.

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.

Holiday ornament on tree
Grades PreK-2

Encourage Peace for Animals With TeachKind’s Holiday Ornament Crafts

This holiday season, give animals the ultimate gift by spreading awareness of their rights with these easy and adorable DIY ornaments.

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 …

Population increase when one unspayed cat has 4 kittens
MathGrades PreK-2

It’s Raining Cats and Dogs

This lesson plan is designed to help teachers present animal rights issues to their students. If you’re an educator, please …

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.

The Adventures of Esther the Wonder Pig
English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

Esther’s Story: Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover

Esther the Wonder Pig is a social media sensation, and people of all ages love her story. Use it to help children learn that ALL pigs are wonderful.

English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

Create a Compassionate Word Wall for Every Grade Level

A common teaching tool for the classroom, the word wall, allows for greater understanding and recognition of various vocabulary words. …