Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create your own version of the story Jack and the Beanstalk.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, crayons/markers, imagination

No prior knowledge required, just be ready to have fun!

Activities

1. Draw your own giant beanstalk reaching up to the sky. What do you think is at the top?

2. Create a character for your own version of Jack. What adventures will they have?

3. Draw a picture of the giant from the story. How big do you think he is?

Talking Points

• Jack was a brave boy who climbed a magical beanstalk. Say, "Jack was a brave boy who went on an adventure."
• The giant lived at the top of the beanstalk. Say, "The giant was very big and lived in the clouds."
• Jack found a golden goose in the giant's castle. Say, "Jack found a special golden goose."
• Jack outsmarted the giant and brought treasures back home. Say, "Jack was clever and brought treasures home."
• Jack's story teaches us to be brave and kind. Say, "Jack's story teaches us to be brave and kind to others."