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Compassion Education Presented by ReelTime Animal Rescue®

CONNECT & Inspire

LIVE VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS THAT BRING LEARNING TO LIFE

CONNECT & Inspire is the live Virtual Field Trip experience within Compassion Education, giving students direct access to real-world presenters in animal rescue, rehabilitation, conservation, and humane education.

Live • No Cost • K–12 • Interactive • Easy to Implement

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REAL EXPERIENCES . REAL PEOPLE . REAL IMPACT

CONNECT & Inspire brings students face-to-face with people actively working in animal rescue, wildlife rehabilitation, conservation, and humane education. Through live, interactive Virtual Field Trips, students hear real stories, ask questions, and gain insight into the work being done to care for animals and protect the world around them. This is more than watching a video. It is a meaningful, real-time learning experience that connects students to the world beyond the classroom.

WHAT IS CONNECT & INSPIRE?

  • Conservation-Focused
  • Open to All Schools Worldwide
  • Nature-Bonding
  • Nurturing Compassion
  • Educational Excellence
  • Community-Engaged
  • Technology-Driven
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CONNECT & Inspire is the first phase of Compassion Education. These sessions serve as a powerful entry point for deeper learning, helping students build curiosity, empathy, and a stronger connection to real-world issues.

Intera INTERACTIVE, AGE APPROPRIATE LEARNING

Sessions are tailored by age band:

  • Kindergarten–2nd Grade: ~15 minutes
  • Grades 3–5: ~20 minutes
  • Grades 6–8: ~25–30 minutes
  • Grades 9–12: ~25–30 minutes

Depending on the presenter and format, sessions may include:

  • Animal rescue and rehabilitation: Live storytelling
  • Wildlife conservation: Real-world demonstrations
  • Humane education: Guided discussion
  • Habitats and ecosystems
  • Environmental awareness and stewardship
  • Species-specific learning: Visual learning and observation
  • Careers in animal care and conservation
  • Student questions (live or submitted)

These experiences are designed to spark curiosity, encourage thoughtful questions, and help students connect learning to the real world.

CONNECT & Inspire is designed to be simple for educators, homeschool leaders, and youth program organizers.

GETTING STARTED

1. Explore topics and presenters

Choose a presenter and topic that fits your students or group.

2. Schedule your session

Select a date and time that works for your classroom or learning group.

3. Receive your access link

A Google Meet link will be sent to your inbox for easy access.

4. Join live

Students connect with a real presenter in an engaging, interactive experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CONNECT & Inspire live?

Yes. All sessions are live Virtual Field Trips with real presenters.

Is there a cost?

No. CONNECT & Inspire is offered at no cost.

Can students ask questions?

Yes. Many sessions include opportunities for student interaction.

Who can participate?

K–12 classrooms, homeschool groups, youth programs, and learning communities.

Ready to bring a live experience to your students?

Schedule your Virtual Field Trip and give students a meaningful connection to the real world of rescue, conservation, and compassionate learning.

Book a Virtual Field Trip