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Bring Maria Dismondy’s beloved story to life with the Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun Game Show, an interactive, quiz-style SEL book companion lesson designed to help students explore empathy, kindness, and standing up for themselves and others.
Now available in both Google Slides™ and PowerPoint, this lesson is perfect for distance learning, teletherapy, virtual counseling groups, in-person classroom lessons, and small group counseling.
Please note: The book Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun by Maria Dismondy is not included in this resource.
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Social emotional learning classroom lessons
Small group counseling sessions
Bibliotherapy activities
Distance learning and virtual groups
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Engaging Game Show Format: Hands-on, experiential learning where students role play, reflect, and problem solve.
Encourages Critical Thinking: Students practice empathy and self-awareness while showing off their strengths in different ways.
Customizable & Editable: All questions and challenges can be tailored to fit your class or counseling needs.
Low-Prep Resource: Designed for busy teachers and counselors, with a ready-to-use lesson plan included.
Flexible Delivery Options: Play digitally, project for the whole class, or use printable task cards for screen-free activities.
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Act It Out – Students role play the challenge prompt.
True or False – Teams decide if the statement is correct.
Sketch It – Teams quickly draw their answers.
Imagine If – Students respond to imaginative “What if” questions.
Risk – Teams choose a surprise question or challenge not revealed until selected.
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Best played with a projector or Promethean White Board (PowerPoint or Google Slides™).
For distance learning, students need internet access and screen-sharing.
For screen-free learning, use the included printable task cards with the same prompts as the Game Show.
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The full Game Show runs 40–60 minutes, but we know time and technology don’t always cooperate. That’s why this resource includes 6+ additional printable activity formats that require no computer, allowing for shorter, quieter, or more reflective lessons.
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✅ The Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun Game Show is a fun, flexible, and impactful way to help students connect with Maria Dismondy’s powerful message about kindness, courage, and embracing differences.
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