Activities
Start a Classroom ‘It’ Jar
Animals are thinking, feeling beings—NOT objects! This fun activity will encourage your students to think twice before calling an animal ‘it.’
TeachKind Rescue Stories: ‘Dillan’s New Life’
Engage students with “Dillan’s New Life” and other inspiring rescue stories to enhance reading comprehension and foster empathy through heartwarming true tales of kindness.
Animals Aren’t Natural Resources, They Use Them! A New Activity From TeachKind
Most children understand that animals are thinking, feeling individuals who deserve love and respect and object to harming them, so …
Kindness Tags to Celebrate Your Students’ Compassion!
If you teach elementary school–age students, you likely understand the power of recognition to foster and encourage positive behavior. Many …
Kindness Bingo: An Empathy-for-All Spinoff of the Classic Game
Games are a great way to engage children and motivate participation, and when they promote empathy and compassion for others, …
Debate Kit: Should the Commercial Seal Slaughter Be Stopped?
Free Debate Kit: Exploring the Ethics of Canada’s Commercial Seal Slaughter A hot topic in classrooms and on the minds …
Project Pigeon Pal! Facts and Activities to Instill Respect and Appreciation for Pigeons
Anyone who’s ever been to a park—or a parking lot—has likely seen pigeons, probably in large numbers. But how much …
Teaching With Film: ‘Secrets of the Octopus’ Discussion Questions
Octopuses are awesome! Engage your students with ‘Secrets of the Octopus,’ a captivating docuseries that explores their fascinating world.