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!
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 »
Are you a homeschooler seeking animal-friendly resources for your home classroom? You’ve come to the right place! With TeachKind’s curated list of resources perfect for at-home learning, it has never been easier to “feed two birds with one scone” by teaching foundational lessons that also foster compassion and empathy for animals. TeachKind’s Top Resources for … Read more »
Attention, game-loving teachers! TeachKind is on Kahoot!, and we’ve created games that are not only fun but also designed to maximize learning while boosting compassion. And there’s no denying it: Adding an element of competition to the classroom can work wonders to keep students motivated and engaged with the topic at hand. Research points to … Read more »
TeachKind’s tour teams have inspired over 100,000 young students at elementary schools, after-school programs, and summer camps across the U.S. to practice empathy for all animals. By leading 30-minute educational presentations alongside one of TeachKind’s animatronic animals—Ellie the elephant or Carly the cow—you could teach the next generation the importance of having compassion for all … Read more »
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 »
