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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.

Mummy wraps up tight with a big, gentle hug, whispering sleepily, 'Night-night, little bug.'

Mummy monster, child in bed, endearing moment.

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

Daddy monster, soothing child, sings.

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

Sister monster, fun pre-sleep interaction.

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

Brother monster, ensuring safety, comforting.

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

Granny monster, storytelling, inspiring dreams.

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.

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

Monsters, getting sleepy, end of day.

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

Quiet room, monsters asleep, peaceful.

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

Outside perspective, world responding to monsters.

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.

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.

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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