Social Studies

Martin Luther King, Jr.
Social StudiesGrades 3-5

Learning Compassion From Martin Luther King Jr.

Use Dr. King’s inspirational quotations about social justice to introduce students to civil rights and animal rights and ways they can take action.

Squirrel looking for food on a trash can
Social StudiesGrades 9-12

Littering: Teach Students About Its Dangers to Animals

Teach students about the damaging effects that littering can have on our environment and those who inhabit it.

Joaquin Phoenix We Are All Animals Ad
Spanish ResourcesGrades 6-8

Joaquin Phoenix: El ‘Joker’ Vegano en Defensa de los Animales (Grados 6-12)

El actor Joaquin Phoenix usa su éxito para crear más conciencia sobre los animales; su historia también puede ayudar a inspirar a tus estudiantes a alzar la voz por los animales.

Joaquin Phoenix We Are All Animals Ad
English Language ArtsGrades 6-8

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.

Social StudiesGrades 6-8

Social Justice Training for Secondary Educators

Looking to teach about social justice issues but not sure where to start? Join us for a free training session!

Angela Davis
Social Studies

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.

"I Made a Difference for Animals" Award with Betta Fish
Social Studies

Students Speak Up for Betta Fish: A Lesson in Citizenship and Social Justice

It’s easy to incorporate compassion for animals into your curriculum. Just take this kind teacher’s word for it!

MLK Jr
Social-emotional learningGrades 6-8

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.