Jarrett J. Krosoczka: Why lunch ladies are heroes

In 2001, the author revisited his elementary school and met his old lunch lady, Jeannie, which inspired him to create the Lunch Lady graphic novel series. The series, featuring a lunch lady superhero, was well-received by children and lunch staff, who felt acknowledged. This led to the creation of School Lunch Hero Day, celebrating the vital role of lunch staff. The video highlights stories of lunch staff heroism and emphasizes the power of gratitude.

What inspired the narrator to create the Lunch Lady graphic novel series?

• A dream about superheroes

• A visit to a comic book store

• A chance encounter with his old lunch lady

• A conversation with his uncle

How did children respond to the Lunch Lady series?

• They made their own comics

• They criticized it

• They ignored it

• They sent letters and artwork

What was the main reason for creating School Lunch Hero Day?

• To organize a school event

• To promote healthy eating

• To sell more books

• To acknowledge the hard work of lunch staff

What did the lunch ladies in Kentucky do to help students during the summer?

• Organized a summer camp

• Created a mobile feeding unit

• Started a cooking class

• Opened a new cafeteria

What creative project did children make to thank their lunch staff?

• Painted murals

• Origami flowers

• Knitted scarves

• Thank you pizzas

What did one lunch lady say she realized after School Lunch Hero Day?

• She was unnoticed

• Her job was unimportant

• Her work was important

• She wanted to retire

What is the key message about expressing gratitude?

• It is a waste of time

• It is only for special occasions

• It can change lives

• It is unnecessary