Share the World: Visual Support Guide (Grades K-2)
Younger students, as well as English-language learners and children with special needs, may benefit from visual aids to support their comprehension during some of the activities. You can use the images below, which can be enlarged by clicking on them, to provide the necessary assistance.
Opening Activity: Test Your Animal Knowledge
Read each statement, and display a photo of the animal mentioned using the links below.
Animals Are Like Us | Part 1: The Golden Rule and You
Use the links below to display a photo of the relevant animal during the discussion of each situation.
Animals Are Like Us | Part 2: Practicing Empathy
Use the links below to display a photo of the relevant animal during the discussion of each scenario.
Animals Are Amazing | Part 1: Amazing Animal Facts
Use the links below to display a photo of the relevant animal as you read each statement.
‘Animals Are Amazing’ Mini-Book
Display a photo of the relevant animal as you read each paragraph.
Great news for animals and science education! The CLASS Act (Compassionate Learning Advancements for Science Students) has passed through the California Assembly Committee on Education! With a 8-0 vote in support, the bill has overcome the first hurdle. Assembly Member Ash Kalra (D–San Jose) introduced Assembly Bill 347, the CLASS Act, which is sponsored by … Read more »
Pop quiz: Name a cruel, antiquated practice from nearly 100 years ago that many schools still take part in today. If your answer was holding “donkey basketball” events, give yourself a gold star! Events Like Donkey Basketball Are Cruel Donkey ball events, a cruel and potentially dangerous form of fundraising dating back to the Great … Read more »
Prepare to celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Month by nominating a kind educator to be TeachKind’s Teacher of the Year.
Celebrate holidays all year round with holiday writing prompts designed for students of all grade levels. These prompts will inspire students to enjoy writing while reflecting on the important connection between humans and animals, fostering empathy and understanding. As we delve deeper into understanding animals, we discover reflections of ourselves in these sentient individuals. Encouraging … Read more »
