 He encouraged his students to translate texts into Lithuanian, collect samples of Lithuanian folklore, learn and study Lithuanian history and culture.His students included future President of Lithuania Kazys Grinius who counted some 80 students of Kriaučiūnas who later became prominent figures in Lithuanian culture, science, politics, including 30 who became members of the Seimas, government ministers, and university professors.While his lessons inspired patriotic feelings, they lacked structure and consistency.