Being vegan is simple, but the ethics behind a lifestyle that doesn’t use animals are complex. Use TeachKind resources to explain them to students in easy-to-understand terms.
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 »
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.
Books and Halloween can be a match made in humane-education heaven. Who knew?
All creatures deserve respect. Use this book to help your students see things from an ant’s point of view.
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.
“Animal Hero Kids: Voices for the Voiceless” highlights many kind actions of young people who are heroes to animals. Use these reading passages to inspire compassion and foster critical thinking.
Animals have rich emotional lives. Teach your students how to recognize the emotional needs of other living beings as well as their own.
There are plenty of excellent student-friendly books with animal rights messages out there—check out TeachKind’s top picks!
