Get ready for a fun story with Grover, the friendly character from “Sesame Street.” In this exciting adventure, Grover is worried about a monster at the end of the story. He tries to stop us from getting there, but we can help him along the way. This story is full of surprises and teaches us important lessons!
Grover starts by telling us he’s scared of the monster at the end of the story. But we are here to help him! Together, we become part of the story, making it even more fun and exciting.
First, Grover tries to stop us by tying up the screen. But we have a great idea! We can use scissors to cut the ropes. This shows how working together and being creative can solve problems.
Using scissors teaches us that tools can help us in many ways. Scissors aren’t just for cutting paper; they can help us solve problems too!
Next, Grover nails boards over the screen to block our view. We think of using a wrecking ball or a balloon to remove them. This part of the story shows us how important it is to think carefully and choose the right tool for the job.
We pick the wrecking ball because it’s strong and can knock down the boards. This teaches us about strength and how things work in the world around us.
Grover builds a big brick wall to stop us. We have to decide between using a bulldozer or a sandwich to knock it down. The idea of using a sandwich is funny, but we know the bulldozer is the best choice!
Choosing the bulldozer shows us that using the right tools can help us overcome big challenges. It teaches us about strength and strategy.
Finally, we reach the end of the story. Grover is surprised to find out that the monster is actually Elmo, a friendly character! This twist shows us that sometimes things we are scared of can be friendly and fun.
This ending teaches us that facing our fears can lead to happiness and laughter. Not everything that seems scary is bad!
“The Monster at the End of Your Story” is more than just a story. It’s an adventure that helps us learn about creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Grover’s funny actions and our participation make it a wonderful story that teaches us to overcome fears and work together. It’s a story that entertains and educates, making it a favorite for everyone!
Build Your Own Obstacle Course: Create a simple obstacle course at home or in the classroom. Use pillows, chairs, or boxes to represent the challenges Grover faced, like the tied-up screen or the brick wall. Ask the children to think of creative ways to overcome each obstacle, just like in the story. Encourage them to use teamwork and problem-solving skills to find solutions. After completing the course, discuss how they felt when they faced each challenge and how they worked together to solve it.
Tool Match-Up Game: Gather a variety of safe, everyday tools such as plastic scissors, a toy hammer, or a small shovel. Present different scenarios or problems, like cutting a piece of paper or digging in the sand. Ask the children to choose the right tool for each task. This activity helps them understand the importance of selecting the appropriate tool for different challenges, just like Grover and the wrecking ball or bulldozer in the story.
Draw Your Own Monster: Encourage the children to draw what they imagine the monster at the end of the story might look like before they know it’s Elmo. After revealing that the monster is friendly, ask them to add friendly features to their monster drawings. Discuss how appearances can be deceiving and how something that seems scary at first can actually be fun and friendly. This activity helps children explore the theme of facing fears and embracing the unknown.
