How to Teach About Animals and Responsibility Without Class ‘Pets’
There are so many ways to teach students about responsibility and animal care WITHOUT keeping live animals in your classroom. Check out the alternatives!
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Inspirational Reading Comprehension Passages: Kids Who Are Heroes to Animals
“Animal Hero Kids: Voices for the Voiceless” highlights many kind actions of young people who are heroes to animals. Use these reading passages to inspire compassion and foster critical thinking.
Attention, Homeschool Educators! Virtual Learning Resources
Animal-Friendly Virtual Learning Resources for Grades PreK–12 Looking for fun, meaningful ways to keep your homeschooler excited about learning? What …
Spotlight on Hispanic Heritage: Meet the Changemakers Shaping a Vegan Future
National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) celebrates the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and significant contributions of Hispanic …
Activity: Santa’s First Vegan Christmas
Holidays in the classroom are a blast for students, who are anxiously awaiting Santa Claus’ arrival. While many Christmas tales …
The Emotional Life of Hobbes: a Rough Journey With a Happy Ending
Animals have rich emotional lives. Teach your students how to recognize the emotional needs of other living beings as well as their own.
‘Hey, Little Ant’: Little Guy Makes a Big Case
All animals deserve respect. Use this book to teach your students compassion and perspective-taking from an ant’s point-of-view!
Virtual Field Trips: The Future Is Here
Free Field Trips That Inspire Compassion and Curiosity Bring your classroom to life—without ever leaving your seats! TeachKind’s free virtual …