HELPING TEACHERS INSPIRE COMPASSION FOR ANIMALS, PEOPLE & THE ENVIRONMENT

Animals in Literature

AnimalTales is a FREE book lending program created for Alberta Elementary teachers who want to foster empathy, respect, and a sense of responsibility for animals, people, and the environment.

Books with Animals

Popular books with animals reviewed through an animal welfare lens to provide opportunities for critical thinking and awareness.

Choosing Animal-Themed Books

Stories that feature animals are ubiquitous in children’s literature. Not all books represent animals, or our relationship to them, in a realistic way; however, many can still provide great teaching moments and build empathy when they are reflected on critically.

Featured Reading

Stories to help foster kindness and respect towards animals

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