Lesson 3 - Create
The Grown-Up Scoop
Crafts are a great way to explore a book in a hands-on and creative way. For No Cell Phone Day, we invite your child(ren) to create your own stack of pancakes.! While your child(ren) craft, it’s a perfect time to spark a conversation with them. Find example conversation starters below!
Stack of Pancakes
Materials:
2 Big pieces of yellow construction paper
3 Assorted colors of smaller construction paper
1 Paper plate
Crayons
Glue (not included)
Instructions:
Step 1
CUT several big, circular shapes from the yellow paper.
Step 2
CUT many shapes from the assorted colors of paper for fruit, chocolate chips, and sprinkles!
Step 3
GLUE your pancakes to your paper plate to make a BIG stack. GLUE your toppings just the way you like them!
Step 4
DRAW syrup and more toppings to your favorite pancakes! If you have extra yellow paper, add butter! FOLD to make 3-D! TADA!
5 Power Points!
Conversation Starters for Your Craft and Chat!
How do you think Jazmine and her mother came up with “no cell phone day” as a gift?
Do you think your parents would like a technology-free day? Why or why not?
What’s the best way you can show someone you are paying attention to them?
How do you feel when someone, or something interrupts you?
What are some of your favorite things to do with your family? Do you have special places to go or foods that you like to eat?