by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Assign each student a vocabulary word from the book. They draw a picture that represents its meaning and present it to the class.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Ask students to invent their own silly-named food (like Zoodelicious). They write a few sentences about what it looks and tastes like, and who they would give it to. Next have students design their own label for a pretend can of food.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Use cards with vocabulary words and cards with emotions (happy, proud, confused, thankful). Students match the word to the feeling shown in different parts of the story.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Introduce key vocabulary. Create a word wall with key story terms like “Zoodelicious,” “food drive,” “donation,” “’insecurity,” “grateful” and “community.” Add student-friendly definitions and illustrations.
by boot | Sep 8, 2025
Create a web on the board with the word “Giving” in the center. Students can brainstorm words or actions related to it.
