Extend Yourself Worksheet

DAY ONE:

People in many countries have no refrigerators or freezers. How many bags of frozen food are in your freezer? Give 5¢ for each one.

DAY TWO:

Hungry people rarely have dessert. Skip dessert today and contribute $1 for each family member.

DAY THREE:

Sometimes people are hungry because there is no water to grow food. Keep track of the times you get a drink of water today. Give 10¢ for each drink.

DAY FOUR:

In many countries people must walk a mile or more to find safe drinking water. Count the number of steps from your front door to the nearest water faucet. Give 5¢ for each step.

DAY FIVE:

Hungry people often have little fish or meat to eat. Give 50¢ for every meal you have today where fish or meat is served.

DAY SIX:

In some African countries, grain is the major source of food. Give 10¢ for each box of cereal in your cupboard.

DAY SEVEN:

People without enough food can be found in every country. Thank God for the food you have to eat and give a special offering to CWS.

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