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Cici's Halloween Adventure

Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Cici. She was so excited for Halloween, she could hardly wait! She loved the idea of dressing up in a fun costume and going trick or treating for delicious candy. Cici thought about all the amazing costume ideas - maybe she could be a magical mermaid or a beautiful princess. But none of them felt quite right. She wanted something unique and special that would wow all her friends at school.

A happy African American girl with curly hair,  vibrant brown eyes 10 words max, a happy African American girl with curly hair, is sitting on her bed surrounded by different costume options. Her parents and little brother, who is also excited, are helping her brainstorm ideas.

Cici's parents knew how important it was for her to feel proud of her costume, so they decided to have a family meeting. They gathered in the living room, where Cici's mom put up a big whiteboard. Everyone took turns sharing their creative ideas for the perfect Halloween costume. Cici's dad suggested she could be a brave astronaut exploring the galaxy. Her little brother giggled and said she should be a superhero with superpowers. They all laughed and had so much fun coming up with great ideas.

A happy African American girl with curly hair,  vibrant brown eyes 10 words max's family is sitting together, discussing costume ideas. A happy African American girl with curly hair,  vibrant brown eyes 10 words max's mom is writing on a whiteboard while A happy African American girl with curly hair,  vibrant brown eyes 10 words max's dad and little brother listen and contribute.

After much brainstorming, Cici had a brilliant idea! With help from her parents and little brother, she decided to create a costume that combined all her favorite things - a magical superhero princess. Cici spent days making her costume with her mom, using sparkly fabric, shiny sequins, and lots of love. It had a colorful cape, a tiara, and even a magical wand. Cici felt like the most special girl in the world wearing her unique costume.

A happy African American girl with curly hair,  vibrant brown eyes 10 words max and her family are busy creating her perfect costume, using sparkly fabric, sequins, and other colorful materials. They are smiling and working together with much excitement.

Finally, the big day arrived - Halloween! Cici put on her amazing costume and looked at herself in the mirror. She couldn't believe how awesome she looked! With her parents by her side, Cici set off to go trick or treating. She knocked on every door with confidence and gave a loud 'trick or treat' each time. People opened their doors in awe and delight, amazed by Cici's unique costume. The more they praised her costume, the wider Cici's smile became.

A happy African American girl with curly hair,  vibrant brown eyes 10 words max, wearing her magical superhero princess costume, is standing outside a house, knocking on the door. Her parents are standing close to her, holding buckets for candy.

Reflection Questions

  • How did Cici and her family come up with her perfect costume?
  • Why did Cici want a unique costume instead of being a mermaid or princess?
  • How did Cici feel when everyone praised her amazing costume?

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