Free Resources to Spark Imagination
Everything you need to bring Jenny Figment into your classroom or home. Download discussion guides, STEM activities, and creative writing templates — completely free.
Activity Guides & Resources
All resources are available as free PDF downloads. No login required.
Draw and describe what Jenny looks like using your imagination.
Download PDFFill out a 12-question profile to build a character’s personality, hobbies, and background.
Download PDFUse picture prompts (like a dragon or a wizard frog) to inspire a short story.
Download PDFA list of 12 imaginative "what if" questions to spark conversation and creative thinking.
Download PDFTwo hands-on activities: inflating a balloon using yeast and baking a homemade pepperoni pizza.
Download PDFA creative coloring sheet featuring Andy, planets, and a rocket ship.
Download PDFA letter grid puzzle where students find 12 different astronomy-themed words.
Download PDFAn activity to match planet illustrations with their names and scientific characteristics.
Download PDFCreative prompts to re-write classic stories from a different perspective or with a new "what if" scenario.
Download PDFA four-panel layout for students to draw and write their own fairy tale in comic book format.
Download PDFDesign and sketch a sturdy house for the Three Little Pigs, then test its strength against the "Big Bad Wolf" (a hairdryer).
Download PDFA Note For Grown-Up Kids
This book has an extraordinarily long title.
And a very whimsical cover.
So, what’s it all about?
To an early-middle grade reader, Jenny Figment is a book about a kid, much like them, who imagines magical creatures, places, and adventures in her plain little town. Oh, and there are ghosts (the friendly kind that are NOT loud, or scary, and have important jobs to do).
But to a parent or educator, there needs to be more, right? We want to know that the books our kiddos pick up are full of positive messages and life lessons.
I started writing this story when my now 21-year-old daughter was around the same age as our heroine. And the message was as clear to me then as it is today. In the most un-extraordinary terms:
USE YOUR IMAGINATION!
When life hands us challenges, a little imagination can go a long way. When Jenny Figment’s little town is faced with a big problem, Jenny uses her extraordinary imagination to think of ways to help. THIS is the message I hope reaches my readers, both young and old.
With a little imagination, and some good old fashioned hard work, there is nothing that we can’t accomplish.
Here are just a few of the themes presented in these extraordinary stories:
- The importance of imaginative play
- Caring for our friends and neighbors
- Taking responsibility for our actions
- Being brave and having courage
- Being proud of ourselves
Oh, and did I mention the glossary of extraordinary words?
- Language building
I hope you and your kiddos enjoy Jenny as much as I do. I believe she is a truly extraordinary person, probably just like you. Thank you for your time and interest, and please reach out with any questions or comments! Jenny and I would love to hear from you.
— Jennifer
Bring Jenny to Your School!
Jennifer Hayes offers engaging, interactive presentations for students in grades 2–5. Each visit sparks creativity, encourages a love of reading, and leaves every student inspired to imagine big.
The Extraordinary Kids Campaign
Jenny is looking for kids like her . . . kids who are using their imaginations in an extraordinary way to make the world a better place. If you know a kid like Jenny, or you are a kid like Jenny (even better!), let us know! Reach out with as much information as you have about who they are, what they’re doing, where they’re doing it, and how they’re making a difference. Jenny wants to celebrate them and share some fun, exclusive Jenny Figment merchandise!
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