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Lessons For A Humane Holiday

Classroom Resources for Elementary Schools

Turk and Runt by Lisa Wheeler
Humorous family dynamics take a new twist, and stereotypes are shattered in this beautifully illustrated, witty story of a family of turkeys that learns about the hidden side of the holidays. While his parents cluck with pride over their eldest son's physical prowess, scrawny but clever Runt realizes that these traits are liabilities, not assets. Readers will laugh their way through this enlightening story as they learn that holidays aren't for the birds

Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving
Written to the rhythm of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas, this charming tale of eight schoolchildren on a field trip to a turkey farm and the resulting Thanksgiving meal will warm the hearts of adults and children alike.

A Turkey for Thanksgiving
This is a wonderful story about the adventures of a turkey who does not want to be eaten for Thanksgiving.



FREE Materials!

"A Chicken's Life"
This comic book is for ages 6 and up. This heartwarming story about three rescued chickens teaches children about chicken behavior and empathy for others, encouraging them to be more compassionate to animals, classmates, and friends. To order classroom quantities for FREE, e-mail us at Info@teachkind.org.

"Let's Ask the Animals"
In this video for primary schools, students learn about the inner lives of farm animals. To order a copy for FREE, e-mail us at Info@teachkind.org.



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