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Rescue Stories
TeachKind’s Rescue Stories reading comprehension worksheets were used in a first-of-its-kind study that found that students who read passages about having compassion for animals performed significantly better on Common Core–aligned assessments. Visit TeachKind.org/RescueStoryStudy to learn more.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: ‘Saving Samson the Beagle’
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings empower students, making these true accounts ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
Rescue Stories Printables
Use these resources to further students’ understanding of various animal rights issues. The application of this age-appropriate material can promote compassion and empathy for all living, feeling beings. Click on the image to download the PDF file. Click on the text below it to access the corresponding lesson. Grades K-2 Grades 3-5 Grades 6-8 Grades… Read more »
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Christmas the Puppy’s First Holiday
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Mayflower the Turkey
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality faced by many animals, but they’re ideal for learners of all ages and abilities because the happy endings motivate students to take action.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Teens Save a Suffering Squirrel
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Pickles the Rabbit
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Florence the Cat Survives a Flood
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Rescued Rats Find New Home
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Herman the Duckling’s First Swim
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Songwriter and Student Save Lamb From Slaughter
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Hotel Ends Fish-Rental Program
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them ideal for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Freddie on the Run (Grades 3–5)
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them well suited to learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Idabelle’s Great Escape (Grades K-2)
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them suitable for learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Lucky and the Good Samaritan Who Saved Her
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them well suited to learners of all ages and abilities.
TeachKind Rescue Stories: Waheed and Tracy the Camels Fall in Love
Rescue stories reveal the stark reality that many animals face, but their happy endings motivate students to take action, making them well-suited to learners of all ages and abilities.
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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