Activity Sheet for Taking The Long Way Home by Jake Hope

This activity sheet invites you to join Uncle Jerome and the children on a delightful and sensory-rich walk in Taking The Long Way Home by Jake Hope. As they explore their surroundings, they engage all their senses — sight, sound, touch, smell, and even taste — to discover the hidden details of the world around them. Through this activity, children will have the opportunity to plan their own "story walk" where they take the time to notice and appreciate the sensory experiences of their own environment.

Whether you’re out for a walk or simply exploring your back garden, the idea is to slow down, observe closely, and use the senses to create stories or artwork based on your findings. This experience will help you connect with the world in a new and thoughtful way.