3rd Grade

Cheerful teachers gathered around a computer in a library, two of whom were having a high five
English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

FREE TeachKind Materials

TeachKind provides free resources that address a broad range of topics, using age-appropriate language and visuals. Use the form below …

English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

TeachKind Rescue Stories: Christmas the Puppy’s First Holiday

Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.

A girl in a garden standing beside a raised bed, observing the plants.
English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

Plant Seeds of Kindness in Your Students This Spring

TeachKind’s free spring resources help you inspire kindness and empathy for animals this season with activities perfect for any classroom.

Two rats huddled next to each other
English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

TeachKind Rescue Stories: Rescued Rats Find New Home

Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.

Grades PreK-2

Encourage Compassion with TeachKind Reward Stickers

Kids go bananas for stickers. Kids also naturally feel compassion for animals and are acutely interested in their well-being. Don’t …

Butterfly on Flower
ScienceGrades PreK-2

Ditch Cruel Butterfly Kits for Humane Life-Cycle Lessons

Teach life-cycle lessons without harming butterflies.

English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

Truly Awesome Turkeys: A Thanksgiving Lesson

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to encourage students to be compassionate and grateful for all the good things in their …

Grades 9-12

End Donkey Basketball—Dunk With Dinosaurs Instead!

Pop quiz: Name a cruel, antiquated practice from nearly 100 years ago that many schools still take part in today. …