Fast and Easy Extension Activities for Lulu and the Dog from the Sea by Hilary McKay
More fast crafts, projects, and activities for another book from Sonlight’s HBL K program. Organized by chapter.
Chapter 1: The Cottage by the Sea
Using scraps of colored paper and random art supplies from around the house, create a picture of your favorite pet (or stuffed animal). 
Build your own kite
Chapter 2: The Dog from the Sea
Have your child practice storytelling from another point of view. Whether they tell what might happen next to the dog from the sea or one of the puppies, or another story about another animal, or even retell the same story, they will be practicing good storytelling skills.
Chapter 3: Sunday
Try rock painting or have your child gather some small pebbles (marbles, polished stones, etc) and make pictures and patterns with them.
Have some races.
Go for a nature walk.
Chapter 4: Monday and Tuesday
Practice hair brushing skills.
Draw rainbow seagulls.
Chapter 5: Wednesday
Play frisbee.
Blow bubbles.
Chapter 6: Thursday and Friday
Go for a run.
Practice first aid for cuts/sprains.
After the Book
There are several other Lulu books to be enjoyed.
