Lessons
Joaquin Phoenix: The Vegan Joker (Grades 6-12)
Actor Joaquin Phoenix uses his success to raise more awareness for animals—and his story can help inspire your students to speak up, too.
Black History Month Activities: Celebrate Civil Rights Leaders Who’ve Stood Up for Humans AND Other Animals
Many civil rights proponents have extended their compassion to animals. Teach your students about the connection they made between struggles.
Sea Life, Not Seafood: Lessons on ‘A Fish’s Life’
Help students see what life is like from the perspective of aquatic animals.
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.
Animal rights and human rights are inextricably linked. For this lesson, use Dr. King’s words to inspire your students to speak up for all beings.
SeaWorld Kills: Imprisonment in Amusement Parks (Grades 6–12)
Captivity hurts orcas! Introduce students to the hidden lives of orcas used for entertainment.
Orcas Belong in the Ocean
Captivity hurts orcas! Encourage students to think about orcas as individuals with families—not as entertainment.
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.
Literary Theme Lesson: Taking a Stand—Empower Students With ‘Liberation Summer’
Theme lessons help students connect to a text and relate it to real life. Here’s a theme lesson for a powerful story your students are sure to enjoy.