Secondary Resources

These activities and resources are designed for students in sixth grade or higher. Students are challenged to practice nonfiction reading skills, make scientific discoveries and strengthen problem-solving abilities while learning how Heifer makes a difference for families around the world.

A graphic of a bee, cow, alpaca, and goat in a field

Find Your Animal Alter Ego

You probably know that livestock like bees, goats, alpacas and cows make a big difference in the lives of Heifer’s partners. But have you ever considered which Heifer animal you are? Watch this video quiz and answer a few questions to find out!

Coloring page for older students and adults, with a goat design

Advanced Coloring Page-Goat

Our adult coloring page featuring a goat from Heifer International is a great way to relax while inspiring some creativity.

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Word Ladders

Can you solve the Word Ladder challenge? This vocabulary puzzle begins with one word and ends in an entirely different word. To solve the puzzle you’ll have to figure out the words that link the two words, changing each word by one letter for each step.

Our advanced coloring page is a great way to spark some creativity and to help you relax, unwind and destress!

Advanced Coloring Page: Alpaca

Our advanced coloring page is a great way to spark some creativity and to help you relax, unwind and destress!

Crossword puzzle

Environment Crossword and Info Sheet

Learn about the ways that Heifer’s partners work to improve the environment and care for the earth. The info sheet provides clues to this challenging crossword puzzle!

a guide to recycling with images of different items that can be recycled

Can I Recycle This? Infographic

Use this helpful guide to help you improve your care for the earth by recycling at home.

hundreds of numbered dots, when connected the dots make an image

Dot to Dot Challenge

This is not the typical “connect the dots” activity that you remember from elementary school! With patience and focus, you’ll uncover a helpful resource for struggling families around the world!

Cover of the What’s the Difference activity pack

What's the Difference?

How sharp are your observational skills? Compare images of Heifer’s partners around the world, and try to find subtle differences. Can you find them all?

7 Ms Interactive cover with text and an illustration of a goat.

7 Ms Interactive

What can livestock provide for families in need? At Heifer, we think they can give 7 different kinds of help — and they all start with the letter M! Explore the 7 Ms with fun activities in our interactive 7 Ms guide.

A word search that includes 21 countries where Heifer works

Country Word Search

Can you find 21 countries where Heifer works? This challenging word search will familiarize you with the names of the countries where Heifer families are improving their lives through agriculture.

School Programs

Inspire your students to become global citizens through our free educational and fundraising programs catered to any age group.