TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Why Do Cats Act So Weird?
Cats' strange feline behaviors, both amusing and baffling, leave many of us asking: Why do cats do that? Tony Buffington explains the science behind some of your cat's strangest behaviors. [4:58]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: To This Day Project
Have you ever been bullied? Do you know someone who has been bullied? Are you a bully? Find out how bullying touches us all and get involved so that you can help stop bullying in your community and around the world. [7:36]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Social Animal
Tapping into the findings of his latest book, NYTimes columnist David Brooks unpacks new insights into human nature from the cognitive sciences- insights with massive implications for economics and politics as well as our own...
PBS
Pbs People and Discoveries: Abraham Maslow
This PBS People and Discoveries site offers a great introduction to the work of Maslow. Includes a brief bio of Maslow and his ideas.
Other
The Cephalopod Page: What Behavior Can We Expect of Octopuses?
The navigation and spatial skills, tool use, play, and personalities of octopuses are covered in the studies discussed in this article.
Diffen
Diffen: Philosophy: Nature vs. Nurture
An article addressing the differences between the two philosophies of psychology, nature and nurture. Find examples of the two approaches, a TED Talk, discussion on the morality of both as well as the philosophy behind them.
Daily Teaching Tools
Daily Teaching Tools: Learning From Mistakes
This Daily Teaching Tools resource is a reflective writing activty. Students will write a reflection regarding a mistake they have made. This activity may be used as a simple writing prompt or as part of behavior management system.
Orpheus Books
Q Files: Animals: Animal Movement
Find out the many different ways that animals move through their environments.
Curated OER
Kidshealth: Teaching Your Child Self Control
In order for a child to be successful some degree of self control is necessary. This site looks at how children can develop self control and how an adult should react if a child is demonstrates a lack of control.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: Cliffs Notes: Theories of Deviance
Read about four theories related to deviance and criminology which have emerged within the past 50 years.
Wisc-Online
Wisc Online: Psychology: Brain & Behaviour
Test your speed in this game reviewing brain and behavior terms and concepts.
Read Works
Read Works: Play Time
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the importance of play for many different types of animals. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Other
Verywell: What Is Nature Versus Nurture?
An article featuring the ongoing philosophical debate over psychology's nature versus nurture. Cherry clarifies the differences between the two schools of thought and provides the changes in theory over the years.
Defenders of Wildlife
Defenders of Wildlife: Basic Facts About Beluga Whales
Comprehensive wildlife site provides basic information about Beluga Whales including features, diet, population, habitat, behavior, and reproduction.
American Psychological Association
What Makes Kids Care?
Sometimes a site just has to be read - and parents - read this one! If a key element to ending senseless violence is teaching children to care about their fellow humans, this article gives some guidance on how to teach just that.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Sociology: Theories of Socialization
Take a look at how socialization shapes and prepares humans for interactions in their culture.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Psychology: Nature vs. Nurture
Study what roles genetics and the environment play in human behavioral development. This is a learning module which includes the reading assignment, a quiz, and PowerPoint program.
Other
Northwestern Univ.: The Personality Project Overview
Overview of studies underway that are attempting to ascertain the relationship of behavior and personality to brain function.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Empathy Is Not Endorsement
Digital creator Dylan Marron has racked up millions of views for projects like "Sitting in Bathrooms With Trans People" but he's found that the flip side of success online is internet hate. Over time, he's developed an unexpected coping...
PBS
Pbs Nature: Gray Wolf
Gray wolves were a frequent sight on the American plains, however, they are now an endangered species despite attempts to reintroduce them to their former habitats in the continental United States. Learn about their natural history in...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Factors That Influence Life Activities
The teacher will begin the instructional activity by asking the question, "What behaviors do you have that affect your lifestyle in a positive way?" Allow students to respond. Then ask, "What behaviors do you have that affect your...
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: First Week of School, Day 3
Sixth graders read a poem to see the importance of class rules and behaviors.
Committee for Children
Second Step: Grade K: Lesson 18: Handling Being Knocked Down
This lesson will help students understand how to calm down after getting hurt by another person.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Why Do We Believe That There Are Universal Emotions?
Questions related to universal emotions that can be used for test prep for the MCAT.