If you ask your students what they think about octopuses, you’ll likely get a variety of responses. Some kids may think these animals are cool, while others may think they’re weird—after all, octopuses have been described as “aliens on Earth.” But once they’ve watched Secrets of the Octopus, a new docuseries from National Geographic, they’ll … Read more »
TeachKind’s team of former classroom teachers and experts can help you “feed two birds with one scone,” simultaneously fostering compassion for animals (which also cultivates social and emotional learning) and helping students develop academic skills. WHAT CAN TEACHKIND DO FOR YOU? Donations, Free Events, Free Teaching Resources FREE Books We donate books to schools and … 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 »
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 »
Starfish SOS: A Dreadful Scene Underwater Starfish, with their mesmerizing colors and graceful movements, have long captivated the imagination. Did you know that they can regenerate lost limbs and even grow an entirely new starfish from a single arm? Despite their name, these fascinating individuals aren’t actually fish but belong to a group of marine … Read more »
Looking for a lesson on eye anatomy? TeachKind Science has you covered! Say goodbye to cutting up dead animals’ eyeballs and check out our recommended humane eyeball dissection options. They’ll engage and educate your students without harming animals or the environment. These activities support Next Generation Science Standards for middle school and high school life … Read more »
Here at TeachKind Science, we love science! As animal advocates and educators, we must all be on the lookout for cruelty and speak up when we see it, and experiments involving animals raise ethical concerns due to their cruelty and speciesism. The good news is that there are superior humane replacements for every animal-based experiment. … Read more »
We know teachers and homeschooling parents are busy. Sometimes you just don’t have time to sit and read about the latest and greatest topics in education. That’s why TeachKind and TeachKind Science joined the PETA Podcast to provide fun and exciting episodes that bring important education topics to you for your multitasking listening pleasure! In … Read more »
