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Carly the Cow and Ellie the Elephant at schools teaching students empathy for animals and humans
Social StudiesGrades 3-5

Carly the Cow & Ellie the Elephant

TeachKind wants you to invite this cow and elephant to your school!

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Answers to a Humane Educator’s Frequently Asked Questions What can I do if I face opposition to humane education from …

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Test PrepGrades 3-5

Boost Those Brains! Kindness-Powered Test Prep

These kindness-powered resources are packed with high-interest, animal-themed texts your students will actually want to read! This collection helps learners build essential reading skills while also nurturing empathy, curiosity, and compassion. 

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English Language ArtsGrades 3-5

Advocating for an End to the Iditarod With Your Elementary School Students

Use the following clips from Sled Dogs to initiate discussions about the Iditarod with your students.

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