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3 Fish-Friendly Activities to Teach Students Empathy
Don’t judge a book by its cover. As one scientist says, “Fish are more intelligent than they appear.”
Meet Becky Cummings, Homeschooler and Children’s Book Author
Get to know children’s book author Becky Cummings, and draw inspiration from her experiences.
‘Junebug: No Life Too Small’ Virtual Read-Aloud
Watch TeachKind’s read-aloud of an excerpt from a compassionate children’s book about respecting and showing kindness to insects.
Spotlight: Meet Author and Vegan Activist Stewart Mitchell
The children’s book author and activist known as Vigilante Vegan talks to TeachKind about his inspiring work.
‘Jack and the Bean Stew’: A Tale of Plants, Animals, and Adventure
Have students take a deep dive into the story of “Jack and the Bean Stew” with Lean & Green Kids and TeachKind.
Host a Student-Led Book Club Based on PETA President’s Bestseller ‘Animalkind’
“Animalkind” is a fascinating study of reasons why our fellow sentient beings deserve our respect—and it also suggests steps that every reader can take to put this new understanding into action.
Celebrate National Library Week at Home With TeachKind!
This National Library Week, take advantage of TeachKind’s many literary resources from the comfort of your own home.
Novel Study: Robin Lamont’s ‘The Chain’ From The Kinship Series
“The Chain” offers a look inside the seemingly opposing worlds of an undercover animal rights investigator and slaughterhouse workers and their families.
Truly Awesome Turkeys: A Thanksgiving Lesson
Your students will gobble up these awesome facts about turkeys and learn how to help them with this engaging activity!
TeachKind’s Guide to Addressing Problems in Some Popular Children’s Books
Let’s be real—the world isn’t yet the vegan utopia that we strive for, and the literature we teach our students often reflects that less-than-ideal state. While there are a number of humane children’s books with messages of compassion, empathy, and inclusion, many classic tales as well as modern texts are rife with questionable language and… Read more »
‘How to Heal a Broken Wing’ and Other Lessons in Empathy
Did you know that pigeons have excellent memories, are devoted to their family, and can recognize their own reflection? These interesting birds are worth learning about and deserve our respect.
Host a Fun and Scary Animal-Friendly ‘Book-O-Ween’ in Your Classroom
Books and Halloween can be a match made in humane-education heaven. Who knew?
‘Hey, Little Ant’: Little Guy Makes a Big Case (Grades K–5)
All creatures deserve respect. Use this book to help your students see things from an ant’s point of view.
Esther’s Story: Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover
Esther the Wonder Pig is a social media sensation, and people of all ages love her story. Use it to help children learn that ALL pigs are wonderful.
Must-Read Compassionate Books
These animal-friendly books are perfect for school holidays or any other time of the year!
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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?” READ MORE
— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind