By imagining and acting out what Sam would do in some modern scenarios, kids get “under his skin”—and understand what makes him Sam.  And they get a big kick out of the silly situations we’ve put him in!  This activity is about what we know and expect of someone based on previous experience—in other words, it's about character.

Pretend you're going to serve that awful possum stew with lousewort, lichen, and snakeweed, then dish up some Gribley Grub and Sam's Sassafras Tea to your relieved kids. This sensory makes a major theme into a memorable sensory experience.

Hold a slide whistle concert and singalong celebrating Sam’s reunion with civilization—which all “Young Voyageurs” secretly want, after all. 

Sam's family eventually brings civilization to the woods, and his tree becomes a tourist attraction—something he’s not too happy about. But your kids will have fun with this “what if” activity that stretches their imagination beyond the book.