English Language Arts

Turkey on the grass
English Language ArtsGrades PreK-2

Cultivate Kids’ Compassion: Disguise a Turkey Activity!

Suggested grade levels: K–2, homeschool  Objectives: To gain an understanding that turkeys want to live free from harm and suffering …

Girl touching horse's face
Social-emotional learningGrades PreK-2

Using Empowering Affirmations to Cultivate Empathy in Your Students

Social-emotional learning is a hot topic in schools these days, and educators know how important it is to incorporate lessons …

Gril in Pink Crew Neck T-shirt Holding Notepad in front of a chalkboard
English Language Arts

Compassionate Classroom Routines

Daily Kindness Activities That Inspire Empathy Imagine a classroom in which students not only excel academically but also demonstrate genuine …

"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.

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 …