A Cross-Curricular Journey for children of ALL AGES (no really, teens too!) and Parents to Learn Together

Discover Peter Brown’s The Wild Robot through this interactive family-and classroom style novel study that blends robotics, nature studies, and emotional growth.

Why This Study of the Wild Robot is Different:

✅ Project-Based learning to make analysis fun instead of boring traditional assessments.

✅ Learn Side-by-Side – Activities designed for kids and parents to explore together after family movie night (if you’re a teacher, there’s a family discussion sheet to send home!)
✅ Tech + Nature Balance – Combines robotics labs with outdoor survival challenges
✅ Builds Emotional Smarts – Discusses isolation, friendship, and community through Roz’s journey
✅ Screen-Free & Screen-Friendly Options – Mix of hands-on crafts and virtual field trips
✅ Multi-Age Ready – Adaptable for siblings of different grades

What’s Inside?

1. Vocabulary & Tech Talk

2. Themes & Social-Emotional Learning

• "Feeling Like Roz" – Discuss times you’ve felt out of place or isolated and what’s a healthy social-emotional response?

3. Character Development

• Roz’s Growth Map – Chart how she learns from animals

4. Book vs. Movie Night

• Comparison Guide – Spot the differences
• Family Debate: Which version did you like better?

5. Robotics Virtual Field Trip

• Scavenger Hunt – Explore real-world robots through curated videos and websites
• Family Discussion: What robots are being invented now that are changing our world?

6. Digital Citizenship & Internet Safety

• Technology can be both good and bad, so how can we stay safe?

7. Cross-Curricular Projects

• Stop-Motion Animation – Film a scene with toys or clay
• Survival Challenge
• Comic Strip Creation – Retell a key moment
• Biomimicry Robot Design – Invent a robot inspired by nature

8. STEM Lab: Goose Migration

• Track Real Data – Follow actual goose migration patterns online
• Family Math: Calculate flight distances and speeds

Hands-On Family Fun:

"Invent a Robot" Competition – Use recyclables to build your dream robot
Nature Poetry Walk – Write haikus about your outdoor discoveries
Ethics Debate – Should robots like Roz exist? (Great for dinner convo!)

Perfect For:

• Homeschool families wanting shared learning experiences
• Parents looking for meaningful screen-free activities
• Summer learning that doesn’t feel like "school"
• Kids who love robots, animals, or adventure stories

Format: Printable PDF  | Grade Range: PK-12 (with younger/older extensions)
Bonus: Includes family discussion guides and reflection journals

More Than a Book—A Family Bonding Adventure!
This study doesn’t just teach The Wild Robot—it helps families explore big ideas together, from technology ethics to what it means to belong!