Activities

"It" Jar (Animals Are Not It)
English Language Arts

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.’

Dillan walking in a grassy field, happy and free at his home the Wild Animal Sanctuary Colorado.
English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

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.

Cows in a field
ScienceGrades 3-5

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 …

two kids hug
English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

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 …

English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

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, …

seals resting together, looking warily at the camera
English Language ArtsGrades 9-12

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 …

two pigeons orange and green background
English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

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 …

An octopus stretched out over a rock
ScienceGrades 9-12

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.