Theatre at Home: Go, Dog. Go! Ve Perro ¡Ve!

 The theatre experience does not have to stop at the end of the performance! Watching a play together creates a common experience that family members can bond over. It offers a unique opportunity to enhance family connections through sharing emotions and engaging in discussions about the performance. Check out the following discussions, activities, and other outings you can do at home or in your community to connect more with the themes of this bi-lingual family-friendly activity of Go. Dog. Go! Ve Perro ¡Ve!

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QUESTIONS FOR THE RIDE HOME

1. What was Go, Dog. Go! Ve Perro ¡Ve! about?  Can you describe the story in one sentence?
2. Did you learn any new words in English or Spanish? Which ones did you know before? Which ones were new to you? 
3. Which dog activity was your favorite? Why? Have you ever done that activity before? What new activity are you inspired to try? 
4. How did the actors use their voices and bodies to bring the characters to life? Were there moments when their movement or expression helped tell the story without words?
5. Which character do you relate to the most? Why? What are three words you would use to describe that character?

EXPLORE MORE AROUND CENTRAL FLORIDA

Orange County Animal Services “Book Buddies” Reading Program  

This volunteer-based program allows children and adults a chance to read their favorite books to sheltered pets. Practice and enhance literacy skills while providing a calming environment for the animals through the rhythmic sound of reading. Learn more and sign up to be a volunteer at the link above! 

Humane Society of North Central Florida’s “Purrs and Tales” Reading Program 

This reading program is designed for children 5 to 12 who want to practice reading aloud to adoptable cats and kittens. Readers of all skill levels are encouraged to attend to gain new reading skills, practice old ones, and bond with sheltered kittens. Learn more and sign up at the link above! 

Volunteering with Pet Alliance in Orlando

The Pet Alliance in Orlando relates closely to the themes in Go, Dog. Go! Ve Perro ¡Ve!  They are dedicated to enriching the lives of dogs, cats through compassionate care, shelter, and community involvement. Volunteers play a crucial role, by providing exercise, socialization, and enrichment to shelter animals, ensuring they lead active and fulfilling lives while they wait for adoption, much like the dogs in the story!

Learn more at the link above! 

Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens (Sanford)

The zoo offers play areas, animal encounters, and a splash pad- all connecting to the show’s themes of exploration, discovery, and movement. The zoo train is also a nice nod to the dogs driving cars and vehicles in the book!

Elev8 Fun Orlando

Elev8 Fun Orlando is a great way to bring the playful world of Go, Dog. Go! Ve Perro ¡Ve!  To life. Just like the dogs in the story who race, play, and gather for a big party, Elev8 offers go-karts, arcade games, mini-golf, and more, all full of color, energy, and movement. It is a fun place for families to explore collaboration, adventure, and celebration together, just like the dogs did in the play!

DO MORE AT HOME

If You Were a Dog

If you could be any kind of dog, which would you be and why? What is your dog’s favorite dog treat or dog game to play? Give yourself a dog name and draw a picture of yourself as the dog. Learn a dog trick and perform it for your family.

A Dog Parade

Using household objects (ex. hats, scarves, paper plate ears, etc.), dress up as different types of dogs and create your own “Dog Parade”. Recreate some of your favorite moments from the play or incorporate music in a fun runway show! Incorporate various vocabulary words used in both English and Spanish from the show! 

Spanish Vocabulary Scavenger Hunt

Learn and reinforce Spanish vocabulary at home by using simple index cards or post-its to label various objects or places in Spanish (ex. “mesa” (table), “cama” (bed), “espejo” (mirror)). Gather all family members in one central location of the home. Have one person say the word out loud in Spanish or give a “clue” and the rest of the participants must go and find the item. This idea can be altered in various ways depending on the comfort and reading level of participants. 

Duo Lingo

Families can use Duo Lingo at home to explore language together in short, playful sessions that fit into daily routines. Just like the characters in the story learn and grow through connection and curiosity, Duo Lingo not only invites families to learn new languages but to try something new, make mistakes, and celebrate progress as a family. Parents can join their kids each day for a few minutes to practice Spanish vocabulary, try out phrases, and cheer each other on- turning language learning into a shared adventure that reflects the story’s themes of learning with love, support, and joy.

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