Welcome to TeachKind, PETA’s humane education division! We are former classroom teachers, here to help schools, educators, and parents promote compassion for animals through free lessons, virtual classroom presentations, advice, online materials, and more. With TeachKind’s resources, you can “feed two birds with one scone”—simultaneously fostering compassion for animals and helping students develop academic skills—and start building empathy for all right now!

Teaching With Film: ‘Secrets of the Octopus’ Discussion Questions

If you ask your students what they think about octopuses, you’ll likely get a variety of responses. Some kids may think these animals are cool, while others may think they’re weird—after all, octopuses have been described as “aliens on Earth.” But once they’ve watched Secrets of the Octopus, a new docuseries from National Geographic, they’ll … Read more »

The Future Will Be Kinder With the ‘Kind Frog’!
TeachKind Science’s Guide to Animal-Free Teaching Tools

Animal dissection has no place in the modern classroom. As educators around the world aim to be more trauma-informed, humane, and effective, they’re exploring new ways to teach anatomy and physiology—without harming animals. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite animal-free teaching tools for dissection. We’ve got humane options to replace a variety of animals, … Read more »

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 and Latino Americans, and TeachKind is proudly recognizing and honoring those who champion causes that make the world a kinder place for all. By promoting respect for animals and the planet, these changemakers are helping … Read more »

Humane Dissection for Your School

Learn how your school can receive a free alternative to dissection for use in science classrooms!

Animal-Free Heart Dissection Activities

Give your students the best experience for learning heart anatomy without using animal heart dissections. Here’s how!

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