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How Monsters Say Goodnight

When the moon shines bright and the stars twinkle above, little monsters get ready for a night full of love.

Night setting, introduction of little monsters, bedtime prep.
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Mummy wraps up tight with a big, gentle hug, whispering sleepily, 'Night-night, little bug.'

Mummy monster, child in bed, endearing moment.
2

Daddy Monster roars a soft lullaby tune, 'Roar-roar, little one, you'll be dreaming soon.'

Daddy monster, soothing child, sings.
3

Sister monster giggles, playing a peek-a-boo game, 'Giggle-giggle, sleep tight, 'til the sun comes again.'

Sister monster, fun pre-sleep interaction.
4

Brother monster checks under the bed with care, 'No scary things here. Sleep well, teddy bear.'

Brother monster, ensuring safety, comforting.
5

Granny Monster tells tales of brave knights and their fights, 'Dream-dream, of adventures and magical nights.'

Granny monster, storytelling, inspiring dreams.
6

Grandpa Monster checks closets, then turns out the light, 'Shh-shh, all is well, sweet dreams, sleep tight.'

Grandpa monster, checking room, setting night mood.
7

With a yawn and a stretch, their eyes all grow heavy, the monsters snuggle down, sleeping steady.

Monsters, getting sleepy, end of day.
8

Their room fills with quiet and the whispers of night, each monster child resting with dreams taking flight.

Quiet room, monsters asleep, peaceful.
9

Outside their window, the world whispers back, 'Hush-hush, little ones, rest on your track.'

Outside perspective, world responding to monsters.
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And if they wake up from a dream that's not sweet, they hug their soft pillows and shuffle their feet.

Response to nightmares, self-comforting actions.
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Side by side in their beds, they drift to sleep tight, that's how monsters say goodnight every night.

Monsters in bed, conclusion, daily routine.
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Reflection Questions

  • How do you think the little monsters feel when they are being tucked in at night?
  • Why is it important for the monsters to check under the bed and in the closet before sleeping?
  • Can you describe a time you felt comforted by someone at bedtime like the monsters?

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