This resource will guide your students in writing, vocabulary, and learning life skills in taking care of a pet. Also included are a grading rubric, answer key, and guided writing skills using vocabulary words from the book. What is a Lapbook? A Lapbook is a hands-on method for students to visually learn about the subject material being taught. A Lapbook highlights the study. The Lapbook can be held in the student’s lap, so…that’s how we got the name Lapbook!