English Language Arts
Kindness Tags to Celebrate and Inspire 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 …
Teaching With Film: ‘Breaking the Chain’ Discussion Questions
Executive producer Anjelica Huston presents “Breaking the Chain,” a documentary following PETA’s dedicated fieldworkers as they help neglected animals.
The “Monkey Selfie” Case: The Legal Battle Over Photo Copyright
Dive into the fascinating story of Naruto, the monkey who took selfies, and the ensuing legal battle over photo copyright that challenged the boundaries of animal rights with this nonfiction reading worksheet.
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 …
Test Prep and Empathy-Building Reading Passage: Fireworks Are Devastating, Not Dazzling
In this reading passage, students will learn that fireworks are devastating, not dazzling, while practicing reading comprehension skills.
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.