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Through various resources and educational materials, AWI equips learners of all types to improve the lives of animals. Through education, we aim to foster an understanding of the positive impact that compassionate attitudes and behaviors can have on animals, the environment, and ourselves.

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AWI provides free, downloadable books, reports, lesson plans, and brochures on a variety of animal welfare issues. Many of our materials are also available printed and are provided free to those who can put them directly to use helping animals, and at cost for all others. Libraries, teachers, and research facilities may obtain one free copy of all publications. Place your order online through the order form or by calling us at (202) 337-2332.

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Cover of North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation and Vessel Strike Protections Lesson Plan

North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation and Vessel Strike Protections Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2025
Students will learn about North Atlantic right whale conservation efforts along the US East Coast, focusing on protections from vessel strikes, one of the leading threats to this species. For grades 10–12; integrates interactive exploration with critical thinking and creativity,...
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Frog Anatomy Body Systems Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2024
Lesson plan developed by Elisabeth Ormandy, an educator specializing in non-animal teaching methods, that cover biology and anatomy concepts for students in grades K–12 using dissection alternatives.
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Pig Anatomy Organ Systems Unit Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2024
Lesson plan developed by Elisabeth Ormandy, an educator specializing in non-animal teaching methods, that cover biology and anatomy concepts for students in grades K–12 using dissection alternatives.
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Rat Anatomy Organ Systems Unit Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2024
Lesson plan developed by Elisabeth Ormandy, an educator specializing in non-animal teaching methods, that cover biology and anatomy concepts for students in grades K–12 using dissection alternatives.
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Frog Anatomy Workbook

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2024
Workbook developed by Elisabeth Ormandy, an educator specializing in non-animal teaching methods, that cover biology and anatomy concepts for students in grades K–12 using dissection alternatives.
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Pig Anatomy Workbook

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2024
Workbook developed by Elisabeth Ormandy, an educator specializing in non-animal teaching methods, that cover biology and anatomy concepts for students in grades K–12 using dissection alternatives.
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Rat Anatomy Workbook

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2024
Workbook developed by Elisabeth Ormandy, an educator specializing in non-animal teaching methods, that cover biology and anatomy concepts for students in grades K–12 using dissection alternatives.
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Endangered Species Poster Handout

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2023
This handout, designed to accompany the Endangered Species poster, discuss facts about endangered species and actions we can take to protect them. Recommended for middle school and above.
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Ocean Noise Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2022
Lesson plan on the impact on marine life from anthropogenic ocean noise (sounds in the ocean that are the result of human activities from vessels, oil and gas exploration, etc.) and ways to mitigate its damaging effects. Middle school teachers...
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La Terrible Noche de la Gata Kamie Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2021
En colaboración con la maestra Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI ha producido planes de lecciones gratuitos para el libro Kamie Cat que incluyen tarjetas de actividades y hojas de trabajo (para usar solas o junto con un cuaderno interactivo), así como...
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Pablo Puppy’s Search for the Perfect Person Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2021
In collaboration with teacher Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI has produced free lesson plans for the Pablo Puppy book that include activity cards and worksheets—for use on their own or in conjunction with an interactive notebook—as well as additional activities that...
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El Cachorro Pablo en Busca de la Persona Perfecta Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2021
En colaboración con la maestra Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI ha producido planes de lecciones gratuitos para el libro Pablo Puppy que incluyen tarjetas de actividades y hojas de trabajo (para usar solas o junto con un cuaderno interactivo), así como...
Kamie Cat’s Terrible Night Lesson Plan

Kamie Cat’s Terrible Night Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2021
In collaboration with teacher Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI has produced free lesson plans for the Kamie Cat book that include activity cards and worksheets—for use on their own or in conjunction with an interactive notebook—as well as additional activities that...
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A Dangerous Life Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2020
A free classroom lesson plan for the book, A Dangerous Life, that includes activity cards and worksheets for use on their own or in conjunction with an interactive notebook. The plan is applicable across a variety of subjects, including science,...
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The Magic of Touch Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2020
For educators teaching in high school and beyond, this lesson plan connected to the book by Annie and Viktor Reinhardt was created with teacher Nancy Kellum Brown appropriate for courses involving animal behavior, ethology, environmental studies, and philosophy.
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La Terrible Noche de la Gata Kamie Activities

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2010
En colaboración con la maestra Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI ha producido planes de lecciones gratuitos para el libro Kamie Cat que incluyen tarjetas de actividades y hojas de trabajo (para usar solas o junto con un cuaderno interactivo), así como...
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Pablo Puppy’s Search for the Perfect Person Activities

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2010
In collaboration with teacher Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI has produced free lesson plans for the Pablo Puppy book that include activity cards and worksheets—for use on their own or in conjunction with an interactive notebook—as well as additional activities that...
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El Cachorro Pablo en Busca de la Persona Perfecta Activities

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2010
En colaboración con la maestra Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI ha producido planes de lecciones gratuitos para el libro Pablo Puppy que incluyen tarjetas de actividades y hojas de trabajo (para usar solas o junto con un cuaderno interactivo), así como...
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Pablo and Kamie’s Companion Board Game

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2010
Download and play the companion board game inspired by the Pable Puppy and Kammie Cat books.
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Kamie Cat’s Terrible Night Activities

Lesson Plan/Activity Published 2010
In collaboration with teacher Nancy Kellum Brown, AWI has produced free lesson plans for the Kamie Cat book that include activity cards and worksheets—for use on their own or in conjunction with an interactive notebook—as well as additional activities that...
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