ClassX Video Lessons Youtube Channel Vooks Storybooks Halloween for Dogs! #kidsbooks #storytime #halloween
Once upon a time, on a cool autumn night, something spooky and fun was happening. A mummy, all wrapped up in bandages, was walking slowly and carefully. It was a special night called Halloween!
Nearby, a group of happy dogs was having a great time. They had been out and about, enjoying all the Halloween treats and fun. Now, they were gathering together on a little hill.
The dogs were so excited! They wagged their tails and barked joyfully. Together, they shouted, “Happy Halloween to you!” It was their way of celebrating this magical night.
Halloween is a time when people dress up in costumes, just like the mummy. It’s a night full of fun, where you can pretend to be anything you want! Some people like to be spooky, while others choose funny or cute costumes.
Did you know that on Halloween, people often carve pumpkins into funny or scary faces? These are called jack-o’-lanterns. They light them up with candles to make them glow in the dark!
And guess what? Dogs can join in the fun too! Some people dress their dogs in costumes, like superheroes or cute animals. It’s all about having a good time and being creative.
So, next Halloween, remember the happy dogs on the hill. You can have fun dressing up, playing games, and maybe even saying “Happy Halloween” with a big smile, just like the dogs did!
Pumpkin Carving Exploration: Gather some small pumpkins or use paper cutouts of pumpkins. Encourage the children to draw or carve different faces on them. Discuss how each face can show different emotions like happy, sad, or surprised. Ask them, “What kind of face would you like your pumpkin to have and why?” This activity helps children understand the concept of expression and creativity.
Costume Dress-Up Day: Organize a mini dress-up session where children can bring or create simple costumes using materials like paper, fabric scraps, or old clothes. Encourage them to think about what they want to be and why. Ask, “If you could be any character for Halloween, who would you be and what would you do?” This encourages imaginative play and self-expression.
Doggy Costume Parade: If possible, invite a friendly dog to class or use stuffed animals. Let the children create simple costumes for the dog or stuffed animals using safe materials. Discuss how dressing up can be fun for pets too. Ask, “How do you think the dogs felt when they were dressed up for Halloween?” This activity promotes empathy and understanding of animals.
Here’s a sanitized version of the YouTube transcript:
[Music] A moaning mummy wrapped up tight stiffly stalks the autumn night. At last, the dogs have got their fill; they gather on a nearby hill. And then this silly canine crew yaps, “Happy Halloween to you!” [Music]
