A Halloween Diphthongs & Double Vowels Story Interactive Read-Aloud Coloring Book

A Halloween Diphthongs & Double Vowels Story

Interactive Read-Aloud Coloring Book

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About This Book

Target Skills: Diphthongs (oi, oy, ou, ow, au, aw) and Double Vowels (oo, ea, ai, ay, ee, oa) Reading Level: Early readers (1st - 2nd Grade) Format: Black and white coloring book with read-aloud story Style: Addams Family-inspired spooky school adventure Theme: Friendship, inclusivity, celebrating differences

DIPHTHONGS & DOUBLE VOWELS appear in BOLD CAPITALS to help readers identify them:

• Diphthongs: OI/oy (oil, boy), OU/ow (ound, owl), AU/aw (haunt, paw)
• Double Vowels: OO (spooky, moon), EA (scream, tea), AI/ay (rain, day), EE (green, tree), OA (boat, toad)

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HOW TO USE THIS BOOK

For Children:

• Read the story on the left page
• Color the illustration on the right page
• Find all the BOLD words with special vowel sounds!

For Parents/Teachers:

• Teaching guide follows the story
• Each page includes detailed illustration descriptions for coloring
• Discussion questions help reinforce comprehension
• Phonics focus list at the end

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PAGE 1: WELCOME TO CREEPY CREEK SCHOOL

Story (Left Page):

OW! What a DAY! It's HallOW****EEn at schOOl! Luna and Meg dress up sOO cOOl!

The MOON shines bright. Black crOWs SAY "CAW!" At CrEEpy CrEEk SchOOl, There's nothing to fEAr at all!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Structure - Creepy Creek School Building:

• Gothic-style school with three pointed towers (one tall center tower, two shorter side towers)
• Large arched double doors as entrance (draw wood plank details on doors)
• Eight tall arched windows (four on each side of door)
• Stone brick texture on building walls (draw individual brick outlines)
• Steep pointed roof with shingle pattern (draw individual shingles in rows)
• Small bell tower on top of center tower with bell visible
• Crooked hanging sign above door reads: "CREEPY CREEK SCHOOL" (letters can be decorated/fancy)

Sky Elements:

• Large full moon (perfect circle, center-top of page) - outline only, leave center empty for coloring
• Wispy cloud shapes around moon (curved flowing lines)
• Five bats in flight (simple bat silhouettes with wing details - spread wings showing finger bones)
• Stars scattered in sky (simple five-pointed star outlines)

Foreground Elements:

• Three crows on wrought-iron fence in front of school
• Fence has pointed spikes on top, decorative scrollwork between posts
• Each crow: round body, pointed beak open wide, wing details showing feathers, thin legs with clawed feet
• Cobblestone pathway leading to doors (draw irregular rounded stone shapes fitted together like puzzle)

Trees (one on each side):

• Bare twisted branches (no leaves)
• Gnarled trunk with bark texture lines
• Roots visible above ground
• Branch tips reaching toward school like fingers

Corner Decorations:

• Small jack-o'-lantern in bottom left corner (round pumpkin with triangle eyes, triangle nose, jagged smile)
• Small jack-o'-lantern in bottom right corner (similar design, slightly different expression)
• Decorative border: thin line frame around entire page

Important Notes:

• ALL LINES BLACK ONLY - no shading, no gray tones
• Clear, bold outlines suitable for coloring
• Enough white space in each section for crayons/markers
• Details should be clear but not overwhelming
• Leave plenty of "colorable area" (not too many tiny spaces)

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PAGE 2: LUNA THE MEDUSA

Story (Left Page):

Luna's wild hair is OUt with jOY! GREEN snAIkes cOIl and plAY! They twOIst and turn arOUnd her head, Their tOOngues flick OUt—red, white, and grAY!

"DOW't wOYry!" Luna says with glee. "My snAIkes are swEEt as thEY can be! ThEY slither and slide but never bite. ThEY're just for fun this HallOW****EEn night!"

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Character - LUNA (center, full body, standing):

Face & Expression:

• Large friendly smile showing teeth
• Big round eyes with thick eyelashes (three lashes per eye, drawn clearly)
• Small nose (simple curved line)
• Round face shape
• Eyebrows raised in excitement (curved lines above eyes)
• Both arms outstretched in welcoming gesture

Hair with Snakes:

• Ten snakes total emerging from head where hair would be
• Each snake clearly defined with these features:
  • Triangular head shape (wider than body)
  • Round eyes with pupils (friendly expression, not scary)
  • Forked tongue sticking out (V-shaped)
  • Body: curved S-shape or coiled spiral
  • Scale pattern along body (draw diamond shapes in rows)
  • Tail coming to a point
• Three snakes on left side
• Four snakes on top (going upward)
• Three snakes on right side
• Vary the snake positions: some coiling, some reaching up, some looking different directions
• Small bow drawn on one snake's neck
• Small flower tucked behind one snake's head

Gothic School Uniform:

• Collared button-up shirt with ruffled collar (draw three layers of ruffles)
• Six buttons down front (draw small circles)
• Short-sleeved (sleeves end at elbow)
• Pleated skirt (draw vertical lines to show pleats - about 8 pleats visible)
• Skirt hem falls to knee
• Large decorative spider web design on skirt (corner of skirt, web with concentric circles and radial lines)

Legs & Feet:

• Striped tights (draw horizontal stripes from thigh to ankle - alternating thick bands)
• Count: 12 stripes visible on each leg
• Mary Jane shoes (rounded toe, strap across top with small buckle)
• Small skull design on each buckle (simple: circle head, eye holes, nose hole)

Accessories:

• Lunch box in right hand (rectangular box with handle on top)
• Spider web pattern on lunch box (draw web design on front panel)
• Small "LUNA" name tag on shirt collar (rectangular tag)

Background:

• School hallway setting
• Three lockers visible behind Luna (tall rectangles with ventilation slots at top)
• Combination lock on middle locker (circular with three-number dial)
• One locker door slightly open showing books inside
• Large cobweb in upper right corner (concentric circles with radial lines, add small spider)
• Tile floor (draw grid pattern of square tiles)

Border Decoration:

• Tiny snake shapes forming frame around entire page (simple S-curves in border)
• Snakes spaced evenly around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Luna should look friendly and confident, NOT scary
• Snakes should look cartoonish and cute, NOT realistic or frightening
• Clear bold lines throughout
• No shading - only solid black outlines
• Plenty of white space for coloring each element

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PAGE 3: MEG THE VAMPIRE

Story (Left Page):

Meg's short hair has gothic spOIkes— EAch tip is shARp, just hOW she likes! Her cOAt is long and tOUches dOWn, The cOOlest vampire in the tOWn!

Her fEAtures shOW a vampire lOOk. She lOOks just like a stOYry bOOk! "I'm COUnt Meg!" she vOIces OUt. "I vamp-pAUse with friends, no dOUbt!"

(Vampire + pause = vam-pause... she doesn't bite, she just hangs OUt!)

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Character - MEG (center, full body, confident pose):

Face & Expression:

• Confident smile showing small plastic vampire fangs
• Fangs: two pointed triangles over bottom lip
• Almond-shaped eyes with determined expression
• Thick eyebrows angled (showing confidence)
• Small nose
• Draw "makeup" with these clear lines:
  • Dark triangular shapes around eyes (like eye shadow - just outlines to fill in)
  • Lips drawn fuller/darker (thicker outline than skin)
  • Three long dramatic eyelashes per eye drawn extending outward
• Round face shape
• Short spiky hair: 12-15 individual spikes pointing in different directions
• Each spike is a triangle shape, some longer, some shorter
• Hair reaches only to ears/jaw

Body Position:

• Standing with feet shoulder-width apart
• Hands on hips (strong, confident pose)
• Slight angle to body (not straight-on)

Gothic Vampire Cape:

• Large dramatic cape flowing behind her
• High pointed collar reaching up past her ears on both sides
• Collar has decorative points (draw three pointed segments on each side)
• Cape attaches at shoulders
• Cape opens in front showing uniform underneath
• Cape reaches to ankles
• Bottom of cape has wavy edge (not straight - draw flowing curve)
• Cape billowing out to sides showing movement

Under Cape - Gothic School Uniform (same as Luna's):

• Collared button-up shirt with ruffled collar (three ruffle layers)
• Six buttons visible down front
• Short sleeves
• Pleated skirt (8 pleats visible, vertical lines)
• Skirt has small bat silhouettes printed on it (draw 4-5 simple bats - oval body, triangle wings)

Legs & Feet:

• Tights with bat pattern (draw small flying bats scattered on legs - 6 bats on each leg)
• Each bat: small oval body, two triangle wings, tiny ears
• Ankle-high boots (not tall)
• Boots have three buckles each (draw small rectangular buckles with straps)
• Chunky boot heel (draw clear rectangular heel)

Accessories:

• Small bat-shaped purse hanging from left shoulder
• Purse strap visible (curved line from shoulder to hip)
• Bat purse: two triangle wings, round body, ears on top, simple face

Background:

• School hallway with lockers behind Meg
• Five lockers visible (tall rectangles)
• Ventilation slots at top of each locker (horizontal lines)
• Combination locks visible on two lockers (circles with number dials)
• One locker has small poster visible: "GO BATS!" in bubble letters
• Tile floor (grid of squares)
• Small lunch tray floating in air to Meg's right (showing "vampire powers")
• Tray has rectangular shape, divided into sections, simple fork and spoon on it

Border Decoration:

• Tiny bat shapes forming frame around entire page
• Bats flying in same direction around border
• One bat in each corner slightly larger

Important Notes:

• Meg should look confident and cool, NOT scary
• Vampire fangs clearly plastic/costume (not realistic)
• Cape should show flowing movement
• Gothic style but child-appropriate
• All lines bold and black only
• Clear spaces for coloring

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PAGE 4: NOODLE THE GHOST-DOG

Story (Left Page):

Here cOUmes NOOdle, sOO sOO long! He's dressed as ghOYst—but got it wrOYg! His bOAdy's tOO lOYng for the sheet— It shOWs his pAWs, his nOYse, his fEEt!

His hOOge brOWn eyes pOInt OUt with care. His ghOYst cOYstume flOAts in AIr! He drags the sheet—it makes a trAIl. And OUt the back? His waggy tAIl!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Character - NOODLE (extremely long dachshund in ghost costume):

Body Structure (MOST IMPORTANT - NOODLE IS EXTRA-LONG):

• Dachshund body stretches across ENTIRE page in S-curve shape
• Body should be 3-4 times longer than a normal dog
• Start at left side of page, curve across to right, curve back
• Long cylindrical body (like a stretched hot dog)
• Body thickness consistent throughout (about 2 inches wide on page)

Head (far left of page):

• Typical dachshund head shape: long snout, floppy ears
• HUGE ROUND EYES (this is Noodle's signature feature!)
• Eyes take up much of face area
• Draw large circles for eyes with smaller circles inside for pupils
• Eyes looking slightly upward
• Pupils positioned to show expression (excited/happy)
• Add small curved lines above eyes for eyebrows
• Long snout (narrow triangle shape)
• Small black nose at tip (oval)
• Mouth: simple curved line showing happy expression
• Tongue hanging out one side (U-shaped, extending down about 2 inches)
• Two floppy ears hanging down (long teardrop shapes)
• Ears reach to shoulder area

Front Section (visible, NOT covered by sheet):

• Two front paws sticking out
• Paws have pad details (draw oval paw pad, four small toe pads)
• Short legs (about 1.5 inches long)
• Small claws visible on each toe (three claws per paw)

Middle Section (covered by ghost sheet):

• White sheet draped over middle portion of body
• Sheet only covers middle third of Noodle's long body
• Sheet has two eye holes cut out (but they're in wrong place - not where Noodle's eyes are!)
• Eye holes are empty circles positioned over his back
• Sheet has flowing edges (wavy lines)
• Sheet wrinkled (add a few curved lines showing fabric folds)
• Bottom edge of sheet has hem (double line)

Back Section (visible, NOT covered by sheet):

• Long body continues (still visible beyond sheet)
• Two back paws showing
• Back paws same as front (pad details, claws)
• Tail sticking out and wagging
• Tail curved upward in happy wag
• Motion lines around tail (three curved lines on each side showing movement)
• Tail comes to a point

Collar (visible at neck, before sheet starts):

• Simple collar band around neck
• Small rectangular name tag hanging from collar
• Tag reads: "NOODLE" in clear letters
• Tag has hole at top with ring attaching to collar

Ghost Sheet Details:

• Sheet clearly too short for Noodle's length
• Sheet trailing on ground behind him (wrinkled fabric bunched up)
• Shows that regular ghost costume doesn't fit extra-long dog (humorous!)

Background:

• School hallway floor (tile pattern - draw grid of squares)
• Baseboard along bottom of page (horizontal line with slight detail)
• Small ghost decorations hanging from top of page (three simple ghost shapes)
• Each hanging ghost: rounded top, wavy bottom, two eyes, circle mouth
• String visible above each hanging ghost (thin line)

Border Decoration:

• Alternate pattern around border: small ghost shape, then paw print, then ghost, then paw print
• Paw prints: one large pad, four small toe pads (simple shape)
• Ghosts: tiny simplified shapes
• Pattern repeats all around page border

Important Notes:

• NOODLE MUST BE EXTREMELY LONG - this is his defining characteristic!
• Body should curve/wind across page to show length
• Eyes must be HUGE and expressive - this is key to his personality
• Ghost costume should be obviously too small (comedy element)
• All lines bold black only
• Clear areas for coloring
• Noodle should look friendly, goofy, and lovable

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PAGE 5: THE SPOOKY CLASSROOM

Story (Left Page):

ThEY strOLL and ROW to clAYss tOAgether, Best friends in any kind of wEAther! The clAYss rOOm lOOks sOO spOOky-swEEt, With cOBwebs, spOIders, HallOW****EEn trEAts!

"GOOd mOWrning!" says their tEAcher, Ms. GhOUl. (She's actOOally quite nice at CrEEpy CrEEk SchOOl!) "TOAday we'll lEArn, we'll rEAd, we'll write, And celebrate this spOOky night!"

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene Layout:

Entering Students (right side of page):

• Luna and Meg entering through doorway holding hands
• Luna on left, Meg on right
• Both smiling and excited
• Noodle between them (his long body visible winding between their legs)
• Noodle's head at Luna's feet, his body curves around to Meg, tail at Meg's feet
• Door frame visible (rectangular frame with doorknob on left)

Ms. Ghoul - The Teacher (center front of classroom):

• Tall thin woman, full body visible
• Standing with arms spread in welcoming gesture
• Friendly smile (not scary!)
• Very tall beehive hairdo (cone shape, very tall - reaches 2 inches above head)
• Hair has horizontal lines suggesting layers/height
• Long thin neck
• Pointy glasses (cat-eye style, triangular points at outer edges)
• Glasses on chain around neck (thin line with beads)
• Long dress to ankles (simple A-line shape)
• Dress has polka dots pattern (draw evenly-spaced circles on dress)
• Long thin arms extended
• Pointed shoes at bottom of dress

Chalkboard Behind Ms. Ghoul:

• Large rectangle filling upper center of page behind teacher
• Chalk tray at bottom (thin rectangular shelf)
• Eraser and chalk in tray
• Text written on board: "HAPPY HALLOWEEN! TODAY: READING, MATH, FUN!"
• Simple doodles in corners: small jack-o'-lantern, small bat

Student Desks (arranged in rows):

• Three rows of desks visible
• Two desks per row (six total desks visible)
• Each desk: rectangular top, four legs, storage cubby underneath
• Some desks have books stacked on them (rectangular shapes)
• One desk has pencil case (rectangular box)
• One desk has apple (circle with stem on top)

Classroom Decorations:

Hanging from Ceiling:

• Five paper bats on strings (spread across top of page)
• Each bat: oval body, two triangle wings spread, small triangle ears
• Thin lines showing strings they hang from

Upper Right Corner:

• Large cobweb (draw concentric circles with 8 radial lines)
• Small friendly spider in web (round body, 8 thin legs, smiling face)

Upper Left Corner:

• Another smaller cobweb (same design, smaller)
• Tiny spider

Windows (left wall):

• Two tall arched windows
• Each window divided into 6 panes (2 across, 3 down)
• Window frames clearly drawn
• Three jack-o'-lanterns on windowsill
• Each pumpkin: round shape, stem on top, triangle eyes, triangle nose, jagged smile
• Each pumpkin has different expression

Back Wall Posters:

• Skeleton poster (simple stick-skeleton, bones labeled: "skull," "ribs," "arm")
• "WORD WALL" sign with words written below: BAT, CAT, MOON, SPOOKY
• Calendar showing October with 31 circled

Right Wall:

• Bookshelf with 5 shelves
• Books on each shelf (draw rectangles for book spines)
• Some book titles visible: "SPOOKY TALES," "HALLOWEEN," "GHOST STORIES"
• Small pumpkin decoration on top shelf

Floor:

• Tile pattern (grid of squares across entire floor area)

Border Decoration:

• School supply items with Halloween twist:
  • Pencil that looks like a broomstick (every 2 inches around border)
  • Apple with small worm peeking out (alternating with pencils)
  • Small book (alternating with other items)
• Pattern repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Ms. Ghoul should look quirky but KIND, not scary
• Classroom should feel welcoming despite spooky theme
• All lines clear and bold
• Enough detail to be interesting but not overwhelming
• White space for coloring each element
• Shows inclusive, happy classroom environment

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PAGE 6: READING TIME

Story (Left Page):

"Let's rEAd!" says Ms. GhOUl with chEEr. "About ghOYsts and gOYuls this time of yEAr!" Luna raises her hand up high— A grEEn snAIke vOIces, "OY, OY, OY!"

Meg flAYps her hands when she feels jOY. (That's OY to help her not be cOY!) Ms. GhOUl just smiles and nOYds her head. "All mOYves are welcOUme here," she said.

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - Reading Circle on Floor:

Center - Ms. Ghoul in Rocking Chair:

• Ms. Ghoul sitting in large rocking chair
• Chair has tall back with spindles (vertical lines)
• Curved rockers at bottom (draw both rockers visible)
• Ms. Ghoul holding large book open facing students
• Book title on cover: "SPOOKY STORIES" (decorative letters)
• Book shows illustration of friendly ghost on visible page
• Ms. Ghoul's face showing enthusiasm, mouth open reading aloud
• Reading glasses on nose

Floor Rug (base of scene):

• Large oval rug
• Rug has spider web pattern: concentric ovals with radial lines
• Web pattern covers entire rug

Students Sitting on Rug (semicircle arrangement):

Position 1 (far left) - LUNA:

• Sitting cross-legged
• Right hand raised high in air
• Fingers spread, arm straight up
• One snake from her hair also raising up (mimicking her hand gesture)
• Snake has mouth open in circle (saying "Oy! Oy! Oy!")
• Luna's face excited, smiling
• Other snakes looking interested toward teacher

Position 2 (center-left) - MEG:

• Sitting cross-legged
• Both hands at shoulder level flapping
• Hands drawn with motion lines (3 curved lines on each side of hands)
• Fingers spread, hands angled
• Face showing joy, big smile
• Body slightly rocking
• Cape spread out behind her on floor

Position 3 (center) - NOODLE:

• Long body coiled in spiral shape in center of rug
• Head resting on front paws
• Huge eyes looking up at teacher
• Ears perked up, alert
• Tail visible at outer edge of spiral
• Taking up significant space due to length

Position 4 (center-right) - STUDENT IN WITCH COSTUME:

• Sitting cross-legged
• Wearing pointed witch hat (triangle with wide brim)
• Hat has buckle on front (square)
• Long hair visible under hat
• Black dress/robe
• Small toy broomstick beside her (stick with bristles at end)
• Listening attentively

Position 5 (right) - STUDENT IN MUMMY COSTUME:

• Sitting cross-legged
• Wrapped in bandages (draw wavy horizontal lines across body, arms, legs)
• Leave gaps showing skin between bandages
• Two eyes visible (bandages don't cover eyes)
• Arms wrapped around knees

Position 6 (far right) - STUDENT IN BLACK CAT COSTUME:

• Sitting cross-legged
• Cat ears headband (two triangle ears on band)
• Whiskers drawn on face (three lines on each cheek)
• Black tail behind (curved line with fluffy tip)
• Paws/mittens on hands (draw rounded mitten shapes)
• Nose painted black (small triangle)

Background Elements:

Window (left side):

• Large window with 4 panes (2x2)
• Daylight visible through window
• Tree branch visible outside (showing it's daytime, not night)

Wall Poster (visible behind reading circle):

• Poster reads: "ALL BODIES MOVE DIFFERENTLY - AND THAT'S OK!"
• Poster shows stick figures in different poses: sitting, standing, flapping, rocking
• Poster has decorative border

Shelf (right side of page):

• Low bookshelf visible
• Basket on shelf labeled "FIDGETS"
• Fidget toys visible in basket: stress ball (circle), fidget spinner (circle with segments), squishy toy (irregular shape)
• Pair of noise-canceling headphones on shelf (headband with two ear pieces)

Border Decoration:

• Open books alternating with bats around border
• Each book shows pages (V-shape)
• Small bats appearing to fly out from books
• Pattern repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Meg's hand-flapping should be shown clearly and positively (NOT as a problem)
• All students engaged and happy
• Inclusive classroom elements visible
• Ms. Ghoul's accepting expression important
• Clear bold lines
• Plenty of white space for coloring
• Shows diversity of students and acceptance of all movement/learning styles

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PAGE 7: THE HOWLING STORY

Story (Left Page):

Ms. GhOUl reads abOUt a wOWlf who hOWls, An OWl who hOOts, and thirty grOWls! The stOYry makes them laugh OUt lOUd— Luna's snAIkes all hiss with pride and prOUd!

NOOdle starts to hOWl alOYg: "OW-OOO!" (He thinks he's part of the stOYry, tOO!) The class all giggles, clAYps with glee. This is the best schOOl there cOUld be!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Full Classroom View from Different Angle:

Ms. Ghoul (left side):

• Standing now (not sitting)
• Holding book up high showing pages to class
• Book held above head level
• Visible illustration in book: simple drawing of howling wolf, owl, and monster
• Ms. Ghoul's mouth open dramatically (reading with expression)
• One arm holding book, other arm gesturing

Luna (center, at her desk):

• Sitting at desk, body leaning back
• Head tilted up, laughing
• Mouth open wide (happy laugh)
• All ten snakes with mouths open in circles (hissing)
• Draw "HISSSSS!" text above snakes in wobbly letters
• One hand on desk, one hand on belly (laughing hard)
• Desk has open book on it

Meg (right of Luna, at her desk):

• Sitting at desk
• One hand covering mouth (giggling)
• Other hand flapping
• Eyes crinkled (showing smile behind hand)
• Shoulders shaking with giggles
• Draw "HEE HEE!" text above her head in bubble letters
• Desk has pencil case on it

Noodle (floor between desks):

• Long body stretched across floor
• Head thrown back, neck extended upward
• Mouth open in howl (draw open circle mouth)
• Draw "OW-OOOO!" text above him in wavy letters (like a howl)
• Front paws in air
• Tail straight up
• Motion lines around head showing movement

Other Students (background, various positions):

Student 1 (behind Luna) - Witch:

• Slapping desk with hand (laughing)
• Witch hat slightly crooked
• Draw "HA HA!" text near her

Student 2 (behind Meg) - Pirate:

• Pirate hat (triangle hat with skull and crossbones)
• Eye patch over one eye
• Clapping hands together above head
• Big smile
• Draw "HAHA!" text near him

Student 3 (back row) - Frankenstein:

• Square-shaped head
• Flat-top haircut (straight line across top)
• Two bolts on neck (cylindrical shapes on each side)
• Stitches across forehead (zigzag line)
• Laughing with mouth open
• Draw "HO HO!" text near character

Background Elements:

Chalkboard (visible behind students):

• Math problem written: "5 + 3 = ?"
• Drawing of jack-o'-lantern in corner
• Eraser and chalk on tray

Windows (right side):

• Two windows showing daylight outside
• Autumn leaves visible outside (simple leaf shapes)

Walls:

• Poster visible: "BE KIND" with smiley face
• Clock showing 10:00
• Alphabet strip above chalkboard (letters A-Z)

Sound Effect Words (scattered around page): Position these sound effects in different areas:

• "HISSSS!" (above Luna's snakes)
• "OW-OOOO!" (above Noodle)
• "HEE HEE!" (near Meg)
• "HA HA!" (near witch student)
• "HAHA!" (near pirate student)
• "HO HO!" (near Frankenstein student) All sound effects in fun, bubbly letters

Border Decoration:

• Musical notes mixed with Halloween symbols
• Pattern: music note, small pumpkin, music note, small ghost, music note, small bat
• Repeats around all four sides
• Shows that laughter/reading is like music

Important Notes:

• Scene should show pure joy and inclusion
• Everyone laughing together (not at anyone)
• Noodle's howling is funny, not disruptive
• Teacher enjoying the moment with students
• Energy and movement throughout
• Sound effect words add to the fun
• All lines bold black
• Clear spaces for coloring
• Happy, accepting classroom atmosphere

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PAGE 8: MATH WITH MONSTERS

Story (Left Page):

"NOW it's time for math!" annOUnces Ms. GhOUl. "Let's cOUnt the mOYnsters—dOW't be shy or cOY! HOW many ghOYsts? HOW many bats? Let's add them up—we all can dOO that!"

Luna cOUnts on snAIkes: "OY, twOY, three!" Meg lines up blocks where all can see. NOOdle taps his pAW for EAch: TOAgether thEY help EAch OUt and rEAch!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - Two Desks Side by Side:

Luna's Desk (left desk):

• Luna sitting at desk, facing viewer
• Both hands visible on desk
• Pointing to three snakes in front of her
• Three snakes on desk surface, arranged in a row
• Luna saying "One, two, three!" (draw text in speech bubble above her)
• Math worksheet visible on desk showing Halloween pictures:
  • Draw simple worksheet with boxes
  • In boxes: 2 bats, 3 ghosts, 4 pumpkins (simple outline drawings)
  • Math equation at top: "2 + 3 = ?"
• Pencil on desk beside worksheet
• Snakes Luna is counting are the ones from her hair, reaching down to desk

Meg's Desk (right desk):

• Meg sitting at desk, facing viewer
• Hands arranging blocks on desk
• Eight counting blocks lined up in neat row
• Each block is a small cube shape
• Blocks arranged precisely, evenly spaced
• Each block has a Halloween design:
  • Block 1: tiny pumpkin face
  • Block 2: tiny bat
  • Block 3: tiny ghost
  • Block 4: tiny skull
  • Block 5: tiny pumpkin
  • Block 6: tiny bat
  • Block 7: tiny ghost
  • Block 8: tiny spider
• Meg's face showing concentration
• Math worksheet on her desk (same as Luna's)

Noodle (on floor between/in front of desks):

• Long body stretched across floor
• Front half under Luna's desk
• Back half extending to Meg's desk
• Right front paw raised, tapping floor
• Draw motion lines above paw (three curved lines showing tapping motion)
• Huge eyes looking up at desks
• Tongue out slightly
• Counting along with the girls

Background Math Elements:

Wall Behind Desks - Number Line:

• Horizontal line across upper portion of page
• Numbers 0-10 marked on line with tick marks
• Each number clearly written
• Small Halloween decoration at each number:
  • 0: ghost
  • 1: pumpkin
  • 2: two bats
  • 3: three skulls
  • etc.

Left Side - Abacus:

• Standing abacus on small table
• Frame of abacus (rectangular)
• Five rows of beads visible
• Each row has 10 beads
• Beads are circles on horizontal rods
• Top row: beads colored as orange pumpkins (draw pumpkin faces)
• Second row: beads colored as black bats (draw bat shapes)
• Other rows: plain circles

Right Side - Small Chalkboard on Stand:

• Small chalkboard on easel
• Math problem written: "5 + 3 = ?"
• Chalk and eraser on tray at bottom

Back Wall - Large Chalkboard:

• "MONSTER MATH: How many?" written at top
• Below text, drawings of:
  • 4 ghosts (simple ghost shapes)
  • 3 bats (simple bat shapes)
  • 2 pumpkins (simple pumpkin shapes)
• Each group clearly separated

Other Background Students (partially visible):

• Two other students at desks behind Luna and Meg
• One student using fingers to count (hand visible with 5 fingers up)
• Other student writing on paper

Floor:

• Tile pattern (grid of squares)

Border Decoration:

• Numbers 0-10 decorated with Halloween themes
• Each number has small Halloween character:
  • 0 has ghost in center hole
  • 1 looks like a witch broom
  • 2 has bat wings
  • 3 has three pumpkins
  • 4 has four spiders
  • 5 has five candy corns
  • 6 has six skulls
  • 7 has seven stars
  • 8 has eight cat eyes
  • 9 has nine ghosts
  • 10 has ten bats
• Pattern repeats around border (numbers in sequence)

Important Notes:

• Shows three different counting methods (concrete, visual, kinesthetic)
• All methods equally valid
• Luna using her snakes as manipulatives (creative!)
• Meg using blocks (organized and systematic)
• Noodle using movement (tapping)
• Working together, helping each other
• Math integrated with Halloween theme
• Clear bold lines
• Plenty of white space
• Shows inclusive math instruction

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PAGE 9: LUNCHTIME IN THE CAFETORIUM

Story (Left Page):

NOOn arrives—it's time to EAt! ThEY gOY to lunch for HallOW****EEn trEAts. The cafetorium is decOYrated grAYnd, With OYange and black all arOUnd!

ThEY chOIce their fOOd with vOIces lOUd and "OOO!" GrEEn Jell-OY that jiggles, tOO! "Eyeball" grAYpes and "wormy" spaghetti, And jOOce boxes OYange—already ready!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - School Cafeteria:

Lunch Line (center of page):

Luna (first in line):

• Standing, holding lunch tray
• Tray held at waist level with both hands
• Tray has divided sections (draw lines showing 4 compartments)
• Snakes looking at food with interest
• Luna smiling at cafeteria worker

Meg (second in line, behind Luna):

• Standing with lunch tray
• Cape folded over one arm
• Looking at food options
• Excited expression

Noodle (on floor between girls):

• Long body stretched between both girls
• Head near Luna's feet
• Tail near Meg's feet
• Looking up hopefully at food
• Tongue out

Cafeteria Worker (behind serving counter):

• Friendly face with big smile
• Wearing zombie costume:
  • Tattered chef's hat (draw jagged edges on hat)
  • Name tag: "CHEF ZOMBIE"
  • Face showing "zombie makeup" (draw stitches on cheek, eye patch)
  • But expression is friendly and welcoming!
• Holding large serving spoon
• Standing behind steam table

Food Display (steam table/serving counter): Counter with multiple sections, each labeled:

Section 1: "JIGGLY GREEN JELL-O"

• Large bowl with molded Jell-O
• Draw wavy lines inside bowl showing jiggly texture
• Jell-O in mold shapes (castle/star shapes visible)

Section 2: "EYEBALL GRAPES"

• Bowl full of round grapes
• Each grape has drawn-on "eye": circle with dot in center
• Grapes attached to stem

Section 3: "WORMY SPAGHETTI"

• Large pan with spaghetti noodles
• Draw wavy noodle lines
• Several gummy worms on top (draw segmented worm shapes)
• Serving spoon in pan

Section 4: "MONSTER MASH POTATOES"

• Bowl of mashed potatoes
• Draw swirled texture
• Monster face made in potatoes with vegetables (olive eyes, carrot nose)

Section 5: "BAT-SHAPED COOKIES"

• Plate with cookies
• Each cookie shaped like bat (oval body, triangle wings)

Section 6: JUICE BOXES

• Stack of juice boxes
• Each box has jack-o'-lantern face drawn on it
• Straws attached

Fruit Cups:

• Small plastic cups with fruit inside
• Plastic spider sitting on top of each cup

Cafeteria Decorations:

Ceiling:

• Paper plate decorations hanging on strings
• Plates decorated as jack-o'-lanterns, ghosts, bats
• 8-10 decorations hanging at various heights
• Strings visible (thin lines going up)

Back Wall - Stage Area:

• Stage visible in background
• Curtains on sides (draw gathered fabric texture)
• "CAFETORIUM" sign above stage (combination cafeteria + auditorium)
• Halloween decorations on stage: paper pumpkins, cardboard haunted house

Tables (background):

• Round and rectangular tables visible
• Students sitting at tables eating
• Tables have orange and black tablecloths (draw checker pattern or stripes)

Windows (left wall):

• Three windows
• Paper pumpkin decorations in each window

Border Decoration:

• Various foods with Halloween faces drawn on them:
  • Apple with smile
  • Milk carton with jack-o'-lantern face
  • Sandwich with eyes
  • Cookie with monster face
  • Juice box with bat
  • Carrot with silly face
• Pattern repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Food should look fun and appetizing, not gross
• "Eyeball grapes" and "wormy spaghetti" are just regular food with funny names
• Shows school lunch can be fun and themed
• Cafeteria worker friendly despite zombie costume
• All lines bold and clear
• Plenty of white space for coloring
• Shows inclusive, fun lunch environment

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PAGE 10: SITTING TOGETHER

Story (Left Page):

ThEY find a table—Meg leads the way. Luna follows with her snAIke bOUquet. NOOdle squeezes his long bOAdy thrOUgh— He's tOO sOO long, but he makes it! HOO-rAY!

"May we jOIn yOU?" asks a small black cat. "Of cOYrse!" says Meg. "Come have a chat!" A mOYnster, witch, and pirate, tOO— All friends tOAgether—nOW qOOite a crew!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - Cafeteria Table:

Table (center of page):

• Round table viewed from slight angle
• Table has decorative Halloween tablecloth with pumpkin pattern (draw small pumpkin outlines scattered on cloth)
• Table edge clearly visible

Seated Students (around table, viewed from above/angle):

Position 1 (top) - LUNA:

• Sitting on chair
• Lunch tray in front of her
• Tray has: milk carton, Jell-O cup, fruit cup, cookie
• Holding spork (combination spoon/fork)
• Snakes draped over table edge, some looking at food
• Smiling, in conversation

Position 2 (top right) - MEG:

• Sitting on chair
• Lunch tray in front
• Tray has: juice box with straw, spaghetti plate, grapes, cookie
• Talking animatedly
• One hand gesturing
• Cape draped over back of chair

Position 3 (right) - BLACK CAT STUDENT:

• Just sitting down at table
• Cat ears headband clearly visible
• Whiskers drawn on face (three lines each cheek)
• Black tail visible behind chair
• Lunch tray being placed on table
• Paw mittens on hands
• Asking "May we join you?" (text in speech bubble)

Position 4 (bottom right) - FRIENDLY GREEN MONSTER:

• Sitting at table
• Full monster costume:
  • Round head with two small horns on top
  • Scales drawn on face/neck (small overlapping U-shapes)
  • Big friendly eyes
  • Small fangs showing in smile (not scary)
  • Green body (indicated by scale texture)
• Eating from lunch tray
• Happy expression

Position 5 (bottom) - WITCH:

• Sitting at table
• Pointed witch hat (tall black cone with wide brim)
• Buckle on hat (square)
• Long hair visible
• Black cape/robe
• Toy broomstick leaning against chair
• Drinking from juice box

Position 6 (bottom left) - PIRATE:

• Sitting at table
• Pirate hat (triangular with skull and crossbones symbol)
• Eye patch over left eye
• Bandana under hat (tied at back, knot visible)
• Striped shirt (horizontal stripes)
• Vest over shirt
• Eating cookie
• Smiling with visible good teeth

Position 7 (left) - FRANKENSTEIN:

• Sitting at table
• Square-shaped head (draw angular face)
• Flat-top hair (straight line across top)
• Two bolts on neck (one each side - cylindrical)
• Stitches across forehead (zigzag line)
• Stitches on neck (short lines)
• Big friendly smile
• Large hands holding milk carton

NOODLE (under/around table):

• This is KEY: Noodle's body is SO LONG that it goes UNDER the entire table
• Head poking out at Luna's feet (visible on floor by her chair)
• Body stretches under table, weaving between chair legs
• Middle section visible under table (draw his long body clearly visible in gaps between chairs)
• Back section emerging on other side
• Tail wagging out near Meg's chair (opposite side from head)
• Motion lines around tail
• Maybe snagging a dropped french fry in his mouth

On Table (various items):

• Multiple lunch trays
• Milk cartons (rectangular)
• Juice boxes (rectangular with straws)
• Napkins (folded squares)
• Sporks and forks
• Halloween napkins with pumpkin designs
• Small salt/pepper shakers shaped like ghosts

Background (cafeteria):

• Other lunch tables visible with students
• Students in various costumes at other tables
• NO ONE sitting alone (emphasize inclusion)
• Cafeteria worker walking by with cart
• Windows showing daylight

Speech Bubbles:

• Black cat: "May we join you?"
• Meg: "Of course! Come have a chat!"
• Keep text clear and readable

Border Decoration:

• Diverse children holding hands around border
• Different costumes visible: ghost, mummy, superhero, princess, robot, astronaut
• All smiling and connected (hands joined)
• Pattern goes all around page showing unity/inclusion

Important Notes:

• Table should feel full but not crowded
• Every student different costume/appearance
• All students happy and included
• Noodle's length creates humor (too long for under table!)
• Focus on friendship and acceptance
• No one left out
• Diverse group of friends
• Clear bold lines
• White space for coloring each character
• Shows inclusive lunch community

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PAGE 11: RECESS GAMES

Story (Left Page):

After lunch comes OUtdoor play! The perfect HallOW****EEn recess day! ThEY chOIce which game—"Let's play MOYnster Tag! The mOYnster chases—dOW't yOU lag!"

Luna's snAIkes OY the wOYd OUt "RUN!" Meg spOIns arOUnd—this is sOO much fun! NOOdle stretches EAst to west— His long bOAdy makes the best OUtside nest!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - Playground/Schoolyard:

Playground Surface:

• Ground with scattered autumn leaves (draw individual leaf shapes: maple, oak)
• Grass indicated by short lines in sections
• Mix of pavement and grass areas

Main Action (center and foreground):

LUNA (left, running):

• Full body, running pose
• One leg forward, one back
• Arms pumping at sides
• Hair and snakes flowing behind her dramatically
• All ten snakes streaming backward showing movement
• Motion lines behind snakes (curved lines showing speed)
• Mouth open in excited yell
• Big smile

MEG (center, spinning):

• Full body, captured mid-spin
• Arms stretched out to sides
• Cape flying outward in circle (draw cape billowing out)
• One leg visible, other hidden by movement
• Hair slightly messy from spinning
• Eyes closed, big smile
• Motion lines in circle around her (curved lines showing rotation)

NOODLE (amazing obstacle!):

• Noodle's EXTREMELY LONG body stretched in a straight line across the playground
• Body goes from far left of page to far right
• Body positioned about 1.5 feet off ground (held up by front and back legs)
• Front legs planted on left side
• Back legs planted on right side
• Middle section suspended like a bridge or limbo bar
• Children running UNDER him or jumping OVER him
• Head on left end looking happy
• Tail on right end wagging
• This is the "nest" mentioned in poem—kids using him as obstacle!

THE "MONSTER" CHASER (right, running):

• Frankenstein student from earlier
• Running with arms up in playful "monster" pose
• Fingers spread like claws
• Big smile (clearly playing, not scary)
• Running toward other kids
• Motion lines showing running

OTHER KIDS PLAYING:

• Black cat student ducking under Noodle's body (crawling under)
• Witch student jumping over Noodle (mid-jump, broom in hand)
• Pirate student running away from monster, laughing
• Monster student (green) running alongside Luna
• All children clearly having fun, no one scared

Playground Equipment (background):

Left Side - Swing Set:

• Two swings visible
• A-frame structure (draw triangular support)
• Chains hanging (draw chain links)
• Seats (rectangular)
• One swing has student sitting (ghost costume), one empty
• Decorative Halloween streamers hanging from top bar

Center-Back - Slide:

• Ladder on left side (draw rungs)
• Slide surface (angled rectangle)
• Platform at top
• Student sliding down (mummy costume, arms up)

Right Side - Monkey Bars:

• Horizontal ladder structure
• 8 rungs visible
• Student hanging from bars (vampire costume)

Ground Items:

• Jump rope on ground (wavy line)
• Ball (circle with pattern lines)
• Chalk drawings on pavement: hopscotch squares, stick figures

Background Elements:

School Building:

• Visible in far background
• Windows with decorations
• Door visible

Trees:

• Two autumn trees (one each side)
• Branches with few remaining leaves
• Leaves falling (draw several leaves floating in air)
• Leaf piles on ground

Fence:

• Chain-link fence visible at edge of playground
• Halloween decorations attached: paper pumpkins, ghosts

Playground Supervisor:

• Teacher in witch costume watching from side
• Standing with clipboard
• Smiling, observing play
• Not interfering, just supervising

Sky:

• Sun visible (circle with rays)
• Few clouds (simple cloud shapes)
• Birds flying (V-shapes)

Border Decoration:

• Autumn leaves alternating with playground equipment
• Pattern: maple leaf, swing, oak leaf, slide, leaf, ball, leaf, jump rope
• Repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Show active, joyful play
• All children included
• "Monster" tag is fun, not frightening
• Noodle's length creates unique play opportunity
• Shows recess as positive, inclusive time
• Motion lines important to show action
• Everyone playing together regardless of costume/differences
• Clear bold lines
• White space for coloring
• Energy and movement throughout scene

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PAGE 12: NOODLE SAVES THE DAY

Story (Left Page):

The mOYnster chases—"ROW!" thEY all shOUt! But sOUmeone falls dOWn—OW! OH nOY! It's the pirate—he skinned his knEE! "It hOUrts!" he says. "WOE is me!"

NOOdle rOYns to help his friend so sweet. He licks the OW-OY till it will mend and heal cOYmplete. (Dog kisses heal most any pAIn— That pirate's smOYing OYce again!)

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Scene divided into TWO PANELS (top and bottom):

TOP PANEL - "THE FALL":

Pirate Boy (center):

• Sitting on ground
• One leg extended showing scraped knee
• Other leg bent
• Hands holding knee
• Face showing pain but trying to be brave
• Eyebrows furrowed
• Small tears in eyes (one or two tear drops)
• Mouth in grimace
• Pirate hat slightly crooked from fall
• Small scrape visible on knee (irregular shape, few lines showing scratch)

Other Kids Gathering (around pirate):

• Luna kneeling on left side, reaching toward pirate
• One hand on pirate's shoulder (comforting gesture)
• Face showing concern
• Snakes also looking concerned (drooping down)

Meg (standing behind):

• Running toward playground supervisor
• One arm raised, waving
• Calling for help
• Face showing concern
• Motion lines showing she's running

Frankenstein "Monster" (right side):

• Standing nearby
• "Monster" pose dropped, looking worried
• Hands clasped together nervously
• Face showing he didn't mean for anyone to get hurt

Witch and Cat Students:

• Standing in supportive circle
• Concerned expressions
• Hands covering mouths in worry

Background:

• Playground visible
• This happens near the monkey bars

BOTTOM PANEL - "THE HEALING":

Noodle (main focus, center):

• Long body stretched over to pirate
• Head right next to pirate's knee
• HUGE tongue out, licking knee
• Eyes full of concern and kindness
• Front paws on either side of pirate's leg (gentle position)
• Tail visible far behind him (still wagging slightly)

Pirate Boy (same position but happier):

• Still sitting
• Knee being licked by Noodle
• Face NOW SMILING
• Tears gone
• One hand petting Noodle's head
• Other hand still on knee
• Looking down at Noodle with gratitude

Luna (kneeling beside pirate):

• Hand still on pirate's other shoulder
• Smiling now (relief)
• One snake reaching out to gently touch pirate's arm (comforting)

Playground Supervisor Arriving (background left):

• Teacher/adult approaching with first aid kit
• First aid kit clearly visible (white box with red cross)
• Kind expression
• Walking quickly but calmly

Meg (returning with adult):

• Walking beside supervisor
• Pointing to pirate
• Relieved expression

Other Students (forming supportive circle):

• All looking relieved and happy
• Witch student holding bandaid box
• Monster student giving thumbs up
• Cat student clapping quietly

Close-up Insert (small circle in corner of panel):

• Close-up of scraped knee with band-aid on it
• Shows resolution
• Band-aid has cute design (little pumpkin or bat)

Background Both Panels:

• Playground equipment
• Other students paused in their play, watching
• Caring community visible

Between Panels - Dividing Line:

• Simple horizontal line separating the two scenes
• Or arrow showing time passing

Border Decoration:

• Band-aids alternating with hearts and helping hands
• Pattern: band-aid, heart, helping hand (two hands together), heart, band-aid
• Shows themes of caring and helping
• Repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Top panel shows problem, bottom shows solution
• Noodle's empathy and helpfulness key
• Shows how friends help each other
• Adult supervision present but kids helping first
• Resolution positive
• Band-aid shown as solution
• Pirate genuinely hurt but recovers quickly
• Community support visible
• Clear emotional progression from pain to comfort to happiness
• Bold clear lines
• Plenty of white space
• Shows caring, empathy, problem-solving

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PAGE 13: ART TIME - PUMPKIN PAINTING

Story (Left Page):

Back inside for afternOOn art! EAch child will paint—time to start! ThEY EAch get a pOYmpkin, small and rOUnd, To paint with colors thEY have fOUnd.

Luna paints hers grEEn with pOInks— Her snAIkes help chOOse the pretty hues and inks! Meg paints hers with careful strOAkes so slOW, A vampire pOYmpkin—thrOUgh and thrOUgh, frOY head to tOE!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - Art Classroom Setup:

Long Art Table (center, horizontal across page):

• Rectangular table covered with newspaper
• Draw newspaper texture (small lines suggesting text/columns)
• Table has paint supplies spread across it

LUNA'S WORKSPACE (left side of table):

Luna (sitting on stool):

• Sitting facing viewer
• Leaning forward over pumpkin
• Holding paintbrush in right hand
• Left hand steadying pumpkin
• Concentrated but happy expression
• Several snakes reaching down to help:
  • One snake dipping into green paint cup
  • One snake holding tiny brush in mouth
  • One snake pointing at paint color
  • Other snakes watching

Luna's Pumpkin (on table in front of her):

• Medium pumpkin (drawn with vertical ridge lines)
• Stem on top
• Being painted with Medusa design:
  • Face with eyes (draw almond shapes)
  • Nose (small triangle)
  • Mouth (curved smile)
  • Snakes painted coming out from top (draw wavy lines as painted snakes)
• Paint partially done (some areas painted, some still plain pumpkin outline)
• Very creative, swirly design

Luna's Supplies:

• Paint palette on table (oval shape with circular wells for paint)
• Five paint cups (draw different levels of paint in each)
• Three paintbrushes (different sizes)
• Cup of water for rinsing (draw brush in water)
• Paper towels crumpled nearby
• Paint splatters on newspaper around workspace (various dots and drips)
• Paint on Luna's hands (draw paint spots on fingers)

MEG'S WORKSPACE (right side of table):

Meg (sitting on stool):

• Sitting very straight, proper posture
• Holding small thin brush with careful grip
• Other hand not touching pumpkin (hovering nearby)
• Tongue sticking out slightly (concentration)
• Very focused expression

Meg's Pumpkin (on table in front of her):

• Medium pumpkin (drawn with vertical ridge lines)
• Stem on top
• Being painted with vampire design:
  • Face with eyes (draw oval shapes)
  • Vampire fangs (two pointed triangles under mouth)
  • Small cape painted on side
  • Very neat, organized design
  • Clean edges, careful painting
• Half finished (top half painted, bottom half still being worked on)

Meg's Supplies:

• Paint palette perfectly organized (colors arranged neatly)
• Paint cups in a row by size order
• Brushes lined up by size (smallest to largest)
• Water cup (clean water)
• Paper towels folded neatly
• NO paint splatters (very clean workspace)
• Paint only on brush, not on hands

NOODLE (under/around table):

• Long body stretched under entire table length
• Head poking out on Luna's side
• Looking up at Luna's work
• Tail extending out on Meg's side
• Tail has accidentally dipped in orange paint cup!
• Orange paint dripping from tail tip
• Tail has made accidental swoosh marks on newspaper (orange streaks)
• Noodle looking innocent with those huge eyes
• Doesn't realize his tail is painting!

Background Students (visible at other tables/areas):

• Three other students also painting pumpkins
• Each pumpkin different design: monster face, cat face, abstract pattern
• Students in various costumes
• All engaged in painting

Art Room Elements:

Back Wall:

• Drying rack with completed pumpkins
• Four pumpkins visible on rack, already painted and drying
• Each pumpkin different colors and designs

Left Wall - Supply Shelf:

• Shelves with art supplies
• Bottles of paint (draw labeled bottles)
• Brush containers (multiple brushes standing upright)
• Stack of paper
• Glue bottles

Right Wall - Student Artwork Display:

• Cork board with pinned artwork
• Various Halloween drawings and paintings
• Some abstract, some realistic
• Shows range of artistic abilities (all celebrated)

Ceiling:

• Student artwork hanging on strings (like clothesline)
• Paintings clipped with clothespins

Windows:

• Two windows showing late afternoon light
• Halloween decorations in windows

Teacher's Desk (background corner):

• Ms. Ghoul at desk looking at student work
• Smiling approvingly

Border Decoration:

• Paintbrushes alternating with paint splatters and tiny pumpkins
• Pattern: brush, splatter, pumpkin, brush, splatter, pumpkin
• Different colored splatters (indicated by different splatter shapes)
• Pumpkins each with different simple face
• Repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Contrast between Luna's creative chaos and Meg's organized method
• BOTH approaches celebrated as valid
• Noodle's "accident" adds humor
• Shows different artistic styles
• Art room welcoming and creative
• All student work valued
• Clear bold lines
• Plenty of white space for coloring
• Messy is okay in art!
• Shows that there's no "wrong" way to create

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Important Notes:

• Contrast between Luna's creative chaos and Meg's organized method
• BOTH approaches celebrated as valid
• Noodle's "accident" adds humor
• Shows different artistic styles
• Art room welcoming and creative
• All student work valued
• Clear bold lines
• Plenty of white space for coloring
• Messy is okay in art!
• Shows that there's no "wrong" way to create

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PAGE 14: STORY TIME WIND-DOWN

Story (Left Page):

The day grOWs late—the sOYn sinks dOWn. Time to rest before thEY leave the tOWn. Ms. GhOUl reads OYce mOYre in her chair, While all her students sit with care.

Luna's snAIkes are sleepy nOW— ThEY drOOp and yAWn (thEY shOW us hOW!) Meg cOYls up with a pillOW near, NOOdle's long bOAdy like a gear— He circles 'rOUnd the class with EAse, A doggy blanket for all to please!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - Calm Classroom (late afternoon):

Overall Atmosphere Instructions:

• Draw softer, gentler lines (still black, but flowing)
• Peaceful, restful scene
• Students in relaxed positions
• Quiet, calm energy

MS. GHOUL (left side, in rocking chair):

• Sitting in large wooden rocking chair
• Chair has tall back with spindles (draw vertical lines)
• Curved rockers at bottom clearly visible
• Ms. Ghoul in relaxed sitting position
• Holding book open on lap
• Reading glasses on nose
• Mouth open slightly (reading aloud softly)
• Other hand resting on chair arm
• Gentle, peaceful expression
• Hair in bun (slightly messy from long day)

Book She's Reading:

• Large book visible on her lap
• Title on cover: "GOODNIGHT MOON AND MONSTERS"
• Simple illustration visible on page (moon, stars)

Classroom Lighting (indicated by drawing style):

• Ceiling lights "off" (draw fixtures but don't indicate brightness)
• Table lamps "on" (draw lamps with shaded bulbs)
• Three small lamps placed around room
• Window showing sunset (draw sun partially visible at horizon)

STUDENTS ON FLOOR (center area, arranged in loose circle):

Floor Setup:

• Large area rug (oval shape)
• Rug has simple pattern (draw concentric ovals or simple design)
• Pillows scattered on rug (various shapes: square, round, rectangular)
• Small blankets folded (draw folded edges)
• Stuffed animals with some students

LUNA (on rug, center-left):

• Leaning against large bean bag chair
• Bean bag drawn as irregular circle with seam lines
• Luna in comfortable slouch position
• Legs crossed or stretched out
• Arms relaxed at sides
• Head resting back on bean bag
• Eyes half-closed (drowsy)
• Peaceful smile
• Snakes drooping down sleepily:
  • Some hanging over her shoulders
  • Some resting on the floor
  • Three snakes with mouths open in yawns (draw open circles)
  • Eyes on snakes half-closed or fully closed
  • No energy, completely relaxed
  • Draw one snake mid-yawn with forked tongue curled

MEG (on rug, center-right):

• Curled up on side in fetal position
• Halloween-themed pillow under her head
• Pillow has jack-o'-lantern face design (draw pumpkin face)
• Meg hugging pillow
• Eyes closed peacefully
• Small smile
• Cape spread out behind her like blanket
• One hand visible tucking under pillow
• Completely relaxed
• Knees drawn up comfortably

OTHER STUDENTS (around rug area):

Student 1 - Witch:

• Sitting cross-legged
• Witch hat off, sitting beside her
• Leaning on stuffed black cat toy
• Eyes closed
• Peaceful expression

Student 2 - Frankenstein:

• Lying on back
• Arms at sides
• Looking up at ceiling peacefully
• Small smile
• Bolt props removed (sitting beside him)

Student 3 - Black Cat:

• Curled in ball like actual cat
• Cat ears still on
• Tail wrapped around
• Eyes closed

Student 4 - Monster:

• Sitting against wall
• Hugging stuffed monster toy
• Head tilted to side (sleepy)

Student 5 - Pirate:

• Lying on belly
• Head resting on crossed arms
• Eye patch pushed up on forehead
• Band-aid visible on knee from earlier
• Peaceful, recovered

NOODLE'S AMAZING CIRCLE (THIS IS THE KEY ELEMENT!):

• Noodle's EXTREMELY LONG body forms complete circle around ALL students
• Start drawing Noodle's body at one point, curve it around entire group
• Body encircles the whole rest area
• Head resting near Luna (on her left side)
• Body curves around behind Luna
• Continues around back of other students
• Curves around right side past Meg
• Continues around front of students
• Tail end meets near Meg (on her right side)
• Body forms protective circle/nest around everyone
• Students touching parts of Noodle's warm body:
  • Luna's hand resting on Noodle's head
  • One student leaning against his middle section
  • Meg's feet touching his tail section
• Noodle's eyes half-closed (content, peaceful)
• Slight smile on Noodle's face
• His body providing comfort and warmth to all

Noodle Body Details Around Circle:

• Draw his body clearly all the way around
• Show consistent width
• Draw his paws at intervals (front paws near head, back paws near tail)
• Fur texture indicated with short lines along body
• Relaxed, not tense

Background Elements:

Windows (back wall):

• Two tall windows
• Sun setting outside (draw sun half-below horizon line)
• Sky indicated with simple lines
• Orange/purple sunset (indicated by pattern/texture, not color)
• Silhouette of tree branches outside

Walls:

• Calendar visible showing October 31st circled
• Clock showing 2:45
• Student artwork still displayed
• "ALL ARE WELCOME HERE" poster

Shelves:

• Books arranged neatly
• Calm-down corner items visible:
  • Stuffed animals on shelf
  • Fidget toys in basket
  • Noise-canceling headphones hanging on hook
  • Small tent/reading nook in corner (triangle shape)

Teacher's Desk Area:

• Ms. Ghoul's desk in background corner
• Lamp on desk (turned off)
• Stack of papers
• Coffee mug (empty)
• Decorated with small pumpkin

String Lights:

• Battery-operated string lights hung across room
• Draw small pumpkin-shaped bulbs on string
• String goes from one corner to other
• Creates cozy atmosphere

Floor Tiles:

• Same tile pattern as before
• But fewer lines needed (background element)

Border Decoration:

• Sleeping moons alternating with stars and "Z z z" symbols
• Pattern: crescent moon, three stars, "Z z z", crescent moon, three stars, "Z z z"
• Moons with peaceful sleeping faces (closed eyes, small smile)
• Stars are simple five-pointed shapes
• Sleep symbols in groups of three (small Z, medium z, large Z)
• Repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• This should feel VERY peaceful and calm
• Noodle's circle is the visual highlight—shows protection and comfort
• All students safe, relaxed, comfortable
• Shows rest time is important part of school day
• Inclusive rest environment (different positions all okay)
• Ms. Ghoul continues to care for students (reading to them)
• Emphasize the community and safety
• Clear bold lines but gentle curves
• Plenty of white space
• Shows that after busy day, rest is necessary and valued

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PAGE 15: HOME TIME

Story (Left Page):

The bell gOEs "RING!"—it's time to gOY! ThEY've had the best HallOW****EEn day! Luna, Meg, and NOOdle, tOO, Walk OUt tOAgether—friends will stay!

"TOYmorrow we'll be back to play!" Says Luna with her snAIkes that sway. "Same friends, same schOOl, same fun EAch day!" Says Meg—and that's the perfect way!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Main Scene - School Exit at Day's End:

School Entrance/Exit (center background):

• Large double doors open wide (both doors swung outward)
• Doors show wood grain texture (draw vertical lines)
• Door handles visible (pull bars)
• Welcome mat at entrance (rectangular, pattern of pumpkins)
• "CREEPY CREEK SCHOOL" sign above doors
• Steps leading down (three steps, draw clearly)

MAIN CHARACTERS LEAVING (center foreground):

Luna (left position):

• Walking down steps
• Right hand holding Meg's left hand (hands clasped between them)
• Left hand carrying painted pumpkin in bag
• Bag is mesh/see-through (draw criss-cross pattern showing pumpkin inside)
• Backpack on her back (draw straps over shoulders)
• Backpack has patches: rainbow, flower, smiley face
• Snakes looking tired but happy (drooping slightly)
• Luna's face: big smile, looking at Meg
• One snake waving goodbye (raised up)
• School uniform slightly messy from day's activities
• Shoelace untied (little detail showing real kid)

Meg (right position):

• Walking down steps beside Luna
• Left hand holding Luna's right hand
• Right hand carrying painted pumpkin in bag (same style bag)
• Her vampire cape folded over her left arm (neat fold)
• Backpack on her back (draw straps)
• Backpack very organized with pockets
• Small keychain on backpack: bat shape
• Meg's face: content smile, looking ahead
• Vampire fangs now in her skirt pocket (visible poking out)
• Hair still neat and spiky
• Very put-together despite long day

Noodle (between and around girls):

• Long body walking between them
• Head beside Luna's legs (left side)
• Body weaving between both girls
• Tail beside Meg's legs (right side)
• Walking happily, tail up and wagging
• Motion lines around tail (three curved lines showing wag)
• Tongue hanging out (happy panting)
• Ghost sheet now tied around his neck like scarf (too tired to wear properly)
• Sheet dragging slightly on ground behind him
• His huge eyes bright and happy
• Looking forward, leading the way

Other Students Leaving (background and sides):

Right Side Group:

• Witch student walking with parent
• Parent dressed as wizard (pointed hat, robe, wand)
• Holding hands
• Witch carrying her painted pumpkin and broomstick

Left Side Group:

• Frankenstein student with two parents
• Family group walking together
• Student in middle, parent on each side
• Parents dressed in regular clothes (not costumes)
• All smiling and chatting

Center Background Group:

• Black cat student getting into car
• Parent holding car door open
• Car visible (simple car shape: windows, wheels, doors)
• Student waving goodbye to friends

Far Left:

• Monster and pirate students walking toward school bus
• School bus visible (rectangular with windows, draw wheel wells, "SCHOOL BUS" text on side)
• Bus driver visible in window (friendly wave)
• Line of students boarding

Far Right:

• Mummy student being picked up by grandparent
• Grandparent with cane (draw cane clearly)
• Student showing pumpkin to grandparent
• Grandparent bending to see it

Ms. Ghoul (in doorway):

• Standing in open doorway
• Waving goodbye to all students
• Big smile
• Other hand holding door open
• One foot in school, one foot out
• Genuinely happy to see students go home happy

Background Elements:

Sky:

• Sunset sky (draw setting sun partially visible)
• Few clouds (simple cloud shapes)
• Birds flying (V-shapes, three birds)
• Shows late afternoon

Trees:

• Two trees flanking entrance (one each side)
• Bare branches (autumn)
• Some leaves on ground
• Leaves blowing in breeze (motion lines)

Parking Area:

• Cars in parking spaces (draw 3-4 cars partially)
• Parking lines visible (dashed lines)
• Parents walking to cars with students

Sidewalk:

• Wide sidewalk from school to street
• Students walking in various directions
• Fallen leaves scattered on sidewalk (individual leaf shapes)

School Sign (right side):

• Standing sign by entrance
• Reads: "SEE YOU TOMORROW!"
• Small jack-o'-lantern decoration on sign post

Safety Elements:

• Crossing guard visible in distance (person with stop sign)
• Stop sign clearly drawn (octagon, "STOP" text)
• Showing safe dismissal procedures

Additional Students/Families (scattered throughout scene):

• Show diversity: different heights, body types, family structures
• Some students with siblings
• Some with one parent, some with two, some with grandparents
• Some walking, some to cars, some to bus
• One student on bike with parent walking beside
• All happy, safe, cared for

Border Decoration:

• School buses alternating with backpacks and waving hands
• Pattern: backpack, waving hand (drawn as hand with fingers spread), school bus, waving hand, backpack
• Backpacks different styles (some with straps, some with patterns indicated)
• Hands showing various skin tones (indicated by leaving some plain, others with pattern)
• School buses simple side view (wheels, windows, text)
• Repeats around all four sides

Important Notes:

• Shows safe, organized dismissal
• All students being picked up safely (no one alone)
• Luna and Meg's friendship emphasized (holding hands)
• Various family structures represented (inclusivity)
• Everyone leaving happy (successful day)
• Noodle still part of the group
• Ms. Ghoul caring until every student safe
• Clear bold lines
• Plenty of white space for coloring
• Shows end of day but promise of tomorrow
• Community feel—everyone connected

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PAGE 16: SWEET DREAMS

Story (Left Page):

That night at home, all tucked in tight, ThEY dream of friends and HallOW****EEn night. Of snAIkes and capes and ghOYst-dog sheets, Of mOYnsters kind and schOOl day trEAts.

CrEEpy CrEEk SchOOl is where thEY're free To be exactly whOY thEY're meant to be. Where friends are mAYde, and all belOYg— A place of jOY, where nOYthing's wrOYg!

THE END... UNTIL TOMORROW!

Black & White Line Drawing (Right Page):

ILLUSTRATION GUIDE FOR ARTIST:

Page Layout - THREE PANEL SPLIT SCENE:

TOP PANEL (1/3 of page) - LUNA'S BEDROOM:

Luna in Bed:

• Single bed with headboard (draw simple headboard with posts)
• Luna lying under covers (blanket drawn with soft folds)
• Blanket pulled up to shoulders
• Head on pillow (one fluffy pillow, draw pillowcase edges)
• Hair spread out on pillow (regular hair now—wild and tangled but NO snakes)
• Hair flowing across pillow in all directions (draw individual strands going everywhere)
• Eyes closed peacefully
• Small smile on sleeping face
• One arm outside covers, hand near face
• Stuffed animal under arm (small teddy bear)

Beside Bed:

• Nightstand (small table with one drawer)
• Painted pumpkin on nightstand (her Medusa pumpkin from earlier)
• Pumpkin glowing softly (draw rays coming from it like LED light inside)
• Small alarm clock showing 8:30
• Glass of water
• Book (closed)

Around Room:

• Snake costume pieces on chair (draw chair with snakes draped over back)
• Individual snakes visible (they were costume pieces!)
• Chair in corner of room
• Clothes hamper with school uniform tossed in (visible collar/skirt edge)
• Shelf with books and toys

Window:

• Window with curtains partially open (draw gathered fabric)
• Night sky visible (draw frame of window, darkness beyond)
• Moon visible through window (draw crescent or full moon)
• Stars (small five-pointed shapes)

Dream Bubble:

• Large thought bubble rising from Luna's head (classic cloud-shaped bubble)
• Inside bubble shows: Luna, Meg, and Noodle playing together at recess
• Simple scene: three figures smiling, holding hands, Noodle between them
• Tiny hearts floating in bubble

MIDDLE PANEL (1/3 of page) - MEG'S BEDROOM:

Meg in Bed:

• Single bed with different headboard style (simple rectangular)
• Meg lying under covers (blanket neat and straight)
• Blanket folded evenly at top
• Head centered on pillow (one neat pillow)
• Short spiky hair on pillow (hair still in spikes but neat)
• Eyes closed peacefully
• Small smile on sleeping face
• Arms under covers (orderly sleep position)
• Everything neat and organized

Beside Bed:

• Nightstand (matching her organized personality)
• Painted pumpkin on nightstand (her vampire pumpkin from earlier)
• Pumpkin glowing (same style rays)
• Small lamp (turned off)
• Books stacked neatly (three books, edges aligned)
• Glasses case

Around Room:

• Vampire cape hanging perfectly on door hook (cape draped neatly)
• Long flowing cape visible
• Door visible in background (closed)
• Small bookshelf with books arranged by size
• Desk with supplies organized in containers

Window:

• Window with curtains fully drawn to sides (symmetrical)
• Same night sky visible
• Same moon (showing both girls under same sky)
• Same stars

Dream Bubble:

• Thought bubble rising from Meg's head (same style as Luna's)
• Inside bubble shows: THE SAME SCENE as Luna's dream!
• Luna, Meg, and Noodle playing together
• Shows their connected friendship even when apart
• Both dreaming of same happy memories

BOTTOM PANEL (1/3 of page) - NOODLE AT LUNA'S HOUSE:

Noodle in Dog Bed:

• Extra-long dog bed (rectangular, extended length)
• Dog bed is VERY long (shows Noodle's length even in sleep)
• Bed has cushion with pattern (draw simple paw print pattern)
• Noodle coiled in bed (body in loose spiral to fit)
• Head at one end of bed resting on paws
• Body coiled around
• Tail at other end of bed
• Eyes closed peacefully
• Tongue slightly out (relaxed)
• Ears draped down
• Completely relaxed and comfortable

Beside Dog Bed:

• Ghost sheet costume crumpled beside bed (not being worn)
• Draw wrinkled fabric in heap
• Two eye holes visible
• Water bowl (round bowl, half full - draw water line)
• Food bowl (empty bowl)
• Dog toys scattered:
  • Small ball (circle)
  • Rope toy (twisted rope)
  • Squeaky toy (bone shape)

Noodle's Dream Bubble:

• Tiny thought bubble rising from Noodle's head (smaller than girls')
• Inside bubble shows: Noodle with Luna and Meg
• Simple image: two girls petting him, hearts around them
• His tail wagging in the dream image

Room Setting:

• Corner of Luna's house (indicated by matching decor)
• Baseboard visible
• Small rug under dog bed (oval rug)
• Door visible (closed)

Connecting Element Between All Three Panels:

• Draw same moon visible in all three windows
• Shows they're all under the same sky
• Connected even when apart
• Same stars in each panel

Bottom of Page (below panels) - Small Text Box:

• Decorative border around text (hearts and stars)
• Text: "Sweet dreams, Luna, Meg, and Noodle. See you tomorrow at Creepy Creek School!"

Border Decoration Around Entire Page:

• Stars alternating with moons and hearts
• Pattern: star, crescent moon with sleeping face, heart, star, full moon, heart
• Moons have closed eyes and small smiles (peaceful sleeping moons)
• Hearts simple outline shape
• Stars five-pointed
• Some stars have small "twinkle" lines at points
• Repeats around all four sides
• Creates peaceful, dreamy border

Important Notes:

• This is the EMOTIONAL CONCLUSION of the story
• All three characters safe, loved, at home
• Shows different home environments (both valid)
• Dream bubbles show connected friendship
• Same moon = connection even when apart
• Peaceful, happy ending
• Shows school was safe, fun, positive experience
• Tomorrow promised (continuity)
• Clear bold lines
• Plenty of white space for coloring
• Each panel distinct but connected
• Should feel warm, safe, loving
• Perfect ending to perfect day

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COMPLETE PARENT & TEACHER GUIDE

PHONICS FOCUS: Diphthongs & Double Vowels

WHAT ARE DIPHTHONGS? Diphthongs are two vowels that blend together to make one new sound. Your mouth moves as you say them!

Diphthongs in This Story:

OI/OY (as in oil, boy)

• voice, spoil, point, noise, oil, coil, join, choice
• boy, joy, toy, Roy, coy, ahoy

OU/OW (as in out, owl)

• out, shout, about, round, found, ground, house, cloud, proud, loud, mouth
• now, how, wow, down, town, brown, crown, owl, growl, howl, cow

AU/AW (as in haunt, paw)

• haunt, launch, cause, pause, vam-pause (made up!)
• paw, claw, draw, yawn, saw

WHAT ARE DOUBLE VOWELS? Two vowels together that make one sound.

Double Vowels in This Story:

OO (as in moon, book)

• moon, soon, spooky, cool, school, room, broom, zoo, too, food, noon
• good, look, book (short OO sound)

EA (as in eat, read)

• eat, read, teach, each, reach, creature, feature, scream, dream, team, treat, mean, east

AI/AY (as in rain, day)

• rain, train, tail, mail, snail, wait, paint
• day, play, say, way, stay, ray, may, gray, tray, away, today

EE (as in see, tree)

• see, tree, three, green, Halloween,ween, been, sweet, meet, free, knee

OA (as in boat, toad)

• boat, coat, float, throat, toad, road, goat, soap, toast, oath, croak

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INTERACTIVE READING ACTIVITIES

BEFORE READING:

1. Costume Discussion:

• "What would YOU wear to Creepy Creek School?"
• "How would you make your costume special?"
• "What makes Luna's and Meg's costumes unique?"

2. Sound Preview: Practice each diphthong sound:

• OI/OY: "Let's say OI like in 'oil' and 'boy'!"
• OU/OW: "Now OW like in 'owl' and 'out'!"
• Have children feel their mouth move

3. Picture Walk:

• Flip through all pages
• "What do you notice about the school?"
• "Can you find Noodle on every page?"
• "How long is Noodle?"

4. Character Introduction:

• "Luna has wild hair—why do you think she likes it that way?"
• "Meg has short hair—why might that work for her family?"
• "Noodle is EXTRA long—how long do you think he is?"

DURING READING:

1. Sound Hunt Game:

• Every OI/OY word = point to the word
• Every OU/OW word = make owl sound "hoot!"
• Every OO word = make ghost sound "oooo!"
• Every EA word = pretend to eat
• Keep it fun and active!

2. Action Reading:

• HOWL when the story says howl
• FLAP hands when Meg flaps
• WAG like Noodle's tail
• HISS like Luna's snakes
• RUN in place during recess scene

3. Echo Reading:

• Adult reads one line
• Child echoes it back
• Emphasizes the target sounds naturally

4. Coloring While Reading:

• Read 2 pages
• Color those 2 pages
• Discuss what happened
• Continue reading

5. Prediction Questions:

• "What do you think will happen at lunch?"
• "How do you think Noodle will help?"
• "What will they paint on their pumpkins?"

AFTER READING:

1. Story Retelling: Have child retell using pictures:

• "First, Luna and Meg went to..."
• "Then, at recess..."
• "Noodle helped when..."

2. Vowel Sound Sort: Write these words on cards, have child sort:

• OI/OY pile: boy, joy, oil, point, voice
• OU/OW pile: how, now, out, owl, found
• OO pile: moon, soon, school, room
• EA pile: dream, treat, teach, each
• AI/AY pile: day, play, snail, paint

3. Rhyme Generation:

• "What rhymes with BOY?" (toy, joy, Roy)
• "What rhymes with MOON?" (soon, noon, spoon, June)
• "What rhymes with PLAY?" (day, say, way, May)

4. Character Discussion:

• "How are Luna and Meg different?"
• "How are they the same?"
• "Why are they good friends?"
• "How did the class help the pirate?"

5. Personal Connection:

• "Have you ever felt different like Luna or Meg?"
• "What makes YOU special?"
• "How do YOU show you're a good friend?"

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS BY THEME

FRIENDSHIP:

1. How do Luna and Meg show friendship?
2. What happened when new kids wanted to sit at lunch?
3. How did Noodle help his friend who fell?
4. Why is it good to have friends who are different from you?

INCLUSION:

1. What did Ms. Ghoul mean by "All moves are welcome here"?
2. How did the class treat everyone's artwork?
3. Were any students left out? (No! Everyone included!)
4. How can YOU make sure everyone feels welcome?

CELEBRATING DIFFERENCES:

1. How is Luna's hair different? Is that okay?
2. Why does Meg have short hair? Is that okay?
3. What makes Noodle different from other dogs?
4. Why are differences good?

AUTISM REPRESENTATION:

1. Meg flaps her hands when she's happy. Is that okay? (YES!)
2. Luna and Meg learn in different ways. Is that okay? (YES!)
3. What did you notice about how the teacher and students treated everyone?
4. Everyone's body and brain work differently—and that's wonderful!

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COLORING TIPS FOR CHILDREN

General Tips:

• Use any colors you like!
• Stay in the lines OR color outside—both are fine!
• Press hard for dark colors, soft for light colors
• Mix colors to make new ones

Character Coloring Ideas:

Luna:

• Hair: any wild colors! Rainbow? Purple? Natural brown? You choose!
• Snakes: each snake can be different color!
• Uniform: your favorite colors
• Have fun with it!

Meg:

• Hair: black, brown, or any color
• Cape: traditional black/purple OR bright pink!
• Vampire makeup: dark colors around eyes
• Neat or messy coloring—both great!

Noodle:

• Body: brown, tan, black, spotted—real dachshund colors OR imagination colors!
• Eyes: big and brown OR blue OR green
• Ghost sheet: white OR glow-in-dark colors!

Backgrounds:

• Halloween colors: orange, black, purple, green
• OR: Any colors that make you happy!
• Make it YOUR book!

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EXTENSION ACTIVITIES

LITERACY ACTIVITIES:

1. Word Family Trees: Create "trees" with word families:

• -OY tree: boy, toy, joy branches
• -OWL tree: owl, howl, growl, fowl branches
• -AY tree: day, play, stay, way branches

2. Diphthong Hunt:

• Look through other books
• Find OI/OY words
• Find OU/OW words
• Make a list!

3. Create Your Own Page:

• "What if Luna and Meg went to music class?"
• Draw and write your own page
• Use diphthongs and double vowels!

4. Sound Matching Game:

• Make cards with words
• Match words with same vowel sound
• Play Memory!

ART ACTIVITIES:

1. Design Your Own Costume:

• Draw yourself in Halloween costume
• Label parts using target vocabulary
• Color it in!

2. Paint a Real Pumpkin:

• Get small pumpkin
• Paint like Luna (wild!) or Meg (neat!)
• Both ways are wonderful!

3. Noodle Paper Chain:

• Make paper chain as long as you think Noodle is
• Each link a different color
• How many links? Count them!

4. Classroom Mural:

• Everyone draws themselves in costume
• Put all pictures together
• Create your own Creepy Creek School!

MOVEMENT/DRAMATIC PLAY:

1. Act Out the Story:

• Assign roles
• Use simple props/costumes
• Perform for family!

2. Monster Tag:

• Play like in the story
• "Monster" chases but gently
• Everyone included!

3. Friendship Circle:

• Sit in circle holding hands
• Each person says one nice thing about person next to them
• Spreads kindness!

SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES:

1. "What Makes Me Special" Poster:

• Each child creates poster
• Draw/write what makes them unique
• Share with class/family
• Celebrate differences!

2. Kindness Role-Play:

• Act out helping scene (like Noodle helping pirate)
• Practice: "Are you okay?"
• Practice: "How can I help?"

3. All Bodies Move Differently:

• Each person shows how they like to move
• Flapping? Spinning? Jumping? Rocking? Stillness?
• Everyone copies
• All movements celebrated!

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FOR PARENTS: TALKING ABOUT AUTISM

If Your Child Is Autistic:

• "Look! Meg flaps her hands just like you! That's in a BOOK!"
• "Luna likes her hair wild. You like [your preference]. Both are perfect!"
• "See how the teacher said 'All moves are welcome'? That's TRUE!"
• Representation matters—seeing themselves in stories is powerful

If Your Child Is Not Autistic:

• "Some people's brains work differently. That's called being autistic or being on the autism spectrum."
• "Meg flaps when she's happy. That's her way. Some people jump, some people smile quietly."
• "Everyone's different. Different is good!"
• "The most important thing is being kind to everyone."

Key Messages:

• Autism is a DIFFERENCE, not something wrong
• Autistic people don't need to be "fixed"
• Different ways of moving, thinking, learning are ALL okay
• Kindness and inclusion matter most

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ASSESSMENT IDEAS

Informal Assessment During Reading:

• Can child identify bold words?
• Can they pronounce diphthongs correctly?
• Do they self-correct when mispronouncing?
• Can they echo read fluently?

Coloring as Assessment:

• Fine motor skills (staying in lines)
• Following directions (color specific items)
• Attention to detail (finding small elements)
• Creativity (color choices)

Comprehension Questions:

1. Where did this story take place? (Creepy Creek School)
2. What were the three main characters' costumes? (Medusa, vampire, ghost)
3. What happened at recess? (Pirate fell, Noodle helped)
4. How did Noodle help everyone at rest time? (Made circle with body)
5. What did they paint in art class? (Pumpkins)

Phonics Skills Check:

• Show word cards with target sounds
• Ask child to read them
• Note which patterns mastered
• Track progress over time

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CROSS-CURRICULAR CONNECTIONS

SCIENCE:

Real Animals:

• Study snakes (Luna's costume inspiration)
• Learn about dachshunds (Why are they long? Bred for hunting!)
• Bat facts (not scary—helpful for environment!)
• Spider facts (most spiders helpful, not harmful)

Sound Science:

• How do vowel sounds work?
• What makes sounds different?
• Vibrations in throat—feel it!
• Experiment with loud/soft reading

MATH:

Counting:

• Count Luna's 10 snakes
• Count students in classroom
• Count pumpkins
• How many Halloween decorations on each page?

Measurement:

• How long is Noodle? (Estimate, then measure something that long!)
• Measure your arm span—how many "arms" is Noodle?
• Compare: regular dog length vs. Noodle's length

Patterns:

• Find patterns in illustrations (stripes, tiles, borders)
• Create your own Halloween pattern
• AB patterns, ABC patterns

Time:

• What time did story start? End?
• Sequence story events (first, next, then, last)
• How long is a school day?

SOCIAL STUDIES:

Community:

• Schools are communities
• Everyone has a role (teacher, student, cafeteria worker, etc.)
• How do communities help each other?

Families:

• Different family structures in story
• All families valid and loving
• How does your family celebrate Halloween?

Cultural Studies:

• History of Halloween
• How do different cultures celebrate autumn?
• Costume traditions around world

ART:

Art Styles:

• Luna's style vs. Meg's style—both wonderful!
• There's no "wrong" way to create art
• Famous artists had different styles too
• Create art in YOUR style!

Art Projects:

• Pumpkin painting (like in story)
• Self-portrait in costume
• Create Halloween decorations
• Design your own monster (friendly!)

MUSIC:

Rhythm:

• Clap the diphthongs (2-syllable sounds)
• Stomp the double vowels
• Create rhythm patterns with sounds

Songs:

• "If You're a Monster and You Know It"
• Songs with rhyming (emphasizes phonics)
• Halloween songs with target sounds

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PRINTABLE ACTIVITIES

ACTIVITY PAGE 1: VOWEL SOUND SORT

Directions: Cut out the words. Sort them by sound.

OI/OY	OU/OW	OO	EA	AI/AY

Word Cards:

VOICE    SHOUT    MOON     DREAM    PAINT
JOY      OWL      SCHOOL   TREAT    DAY
POINT    DOWN     SPOOKY   TEACH    SNAIL
TOY      HOWL     ROOM     EACH     PLAY
COIN     LOUD     SOON     SCREAM   AWAY
NOISE    FOUND    COOL     TEAM     STAY

ACTIVITY PAGE 2: NOODLE'S LENGTH CHALLENGE

Directions: Noodle is VERY long! Let's measure how long!

1. Find something in your house that's 1 foot long. Draw it: ___________
2. Noodle is about 3 feet long! Find 3 things that are each 1 foot.
3. Line them up. That's how long Noodle is!
4. Draw Noodle next to your measurements.
5. What else is 3 feet long? ___________

ACTIVITY PAGE 3: CHARACTER COMPARISON

Directions: How are Luna and Meg different? How are they the same?

LUNA:

• Hair: __________
• Costume: __________
• Art style: __________
• What she likes: __________

MEG:

• Hair: __________
• Costume: __________
• Art style: __________
• What she likes: __________

BOTH:

• They both __________
• They both __________
• They both __________
• They are both __________

ACTIVITY PAGE 4: PUMPKIN DESIGN

Directions: Design your own pumpkin! Will it be neat like Meg's or creative like Luna's?

[Large pumpkin outline for drawing]

My pumpkin is: ☐ Neat like Meg's ☐ Wild like Luna's ☐ Both!

I used these colors: _______________________

ACTIVITY PAGE 5: FRIENDSHIP WEB

Directions: In the middle circle, write YOUR name. In outer circles, write names of friends. Draw lines connecting everyone.

[Web diagram with center circle and 6 outer circles]

What makes a good friend? Write 3 things:

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2. ---

3. ---

ACTIVITY PAGE 6: RHYME TIME

Directions: Draw lines to match rhyming words!

MOON  •                    • PLAY
HOWL  •                    • TREAT
DAY   •                    • OWL  
SEAT  •                    • SOON
VOICE •                    • FOUND
ROUND •                    • CHOICE

Now write your own rhyming words:

BOY rhymes with: __________, __________, __________ OUT rhymes with: __________, __________, __________ COOL rhymes with: __________, __________, __________

ACTIVITY PAGE 7: SEQUENCING

Directions: Number these events in order from 1-8.

____ Luna and Meg paint pumpkins in art class ____ The pirate falls and Noodle helps him ____ Students play Monster Tag at recess ____ Luna, Meg, and Noodle arrive at school ____ Ms. Ghoul reads a story about a howling wolf ____ Everyone goes to sleep and dreams ____ Students eat lunch together in the cafetorium ____ The class learns math with Halloween counters

ACTIVITY PAGE 8: WORD BUILDING

Directions: Use the letters to make as many words as you can!

Using these letters: O, I, L □ OIL □ ____ □ ____

Using these letters: B, O, Y □ BOY □ ____ □ ____

Using these letters: O, W, L □ OWL □ ____ □ ____

Using these letters: M, O, O, N □ MOON □ ____ □ ____

Using these letters: D, A, Y □ DAY □ ____ □ ____

ACTIVITY PAGE 9: CREATE YOUR OWN MONSTER

Directions: Draw a FRIENDLY monster for Creepy Creek School!

[Large blank space for drawing]

My monster's name: ___________________

My monster likes to: ___________________

My monster's favorite food: ___________________

My monster is friendly because: ___________________

ACTIVITY PAGE 10: FEELINGS CHECK

Directions: How did characters feel? Draw lines to match.

Luna when she arrived at school     •        • Hurt but brave
Meg when playing Monster Tag        •        • Excited and happy
Noodle when helping pirate          •        • Joyful and free
Pirate after falling                •        • Caring and gentle
Everyone at rest time               •        • Peaceful and sleepy

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RECOMMENDED MATERIALS

FOR CLASSROOM/HOME USE:

Books:

• Other decodable readers with vowel patterns
• Halloween-themed books (not scary)
• Books about friendship and inclusion
• Books with autistic characters

Manipulatives:

• Letter tiles for word building
• Counters for math activities
• Real small pumpkins for painting
• Costumes/dress-up clothes for dramatic play

Art Supplies:

• Crayons, markers, colored pencils for coloring book
• Paint and brushes (for real pumpkin painting)
• Construction paper
• Glue, scissors
• Craft materials

Games:

• Phonics card games
• Memory games with word pairs
• Board games for turn-taking

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ADAPTATIONS FOR DIFFERENT LEARNERS

FOR STRUGGLING READERS:

Support Strategies:

• Pre-read the story together before independent reading
• Focus on one vowel sound per session
• Use physical motions for each sound
• Read in short sessions (4-6 pages at a time)
• Color first, then read (visual processing support)
• Audio recording of story (if available)
• Partner reading with strong reader

Simplify:

• Just identify the bold words (don't need to read everything)
• Focus on pictures to tell story
• Match word cards to pictures
• Start with easier vowel patterns (OO, EA)

FOR ADVANCED READERS:

Extension Activities:

• Write a sequel (What happens the next day?)
• Create new characters for Creepy Creek School
• Research real diphthongs and vowel patterns in other languages
• Write a letter to Luna, Meg, or Noodle
• Create a "textbook" about vowel sounds
• Teach the story to younger students

Challenge:

• Find ALL diphthongs/double vowels (not just bold ones)
• Sort words by multiple categories
• Create a completely new story using same sounds
• Research the science of how vowels work

FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS:

Support Strategies:

• Pre-teach vocabulary with pictures
• Use cognates when possible
• Act out the story (TPR - Total Physical Response)
• Label pictures in both languages
• Focus on visual literacy first
• Use predictable patterns
• Encourage native language discussion of themes

Cultural Connections:

• How does your culture celebrate autumn?
• What costumes are popular in your country?
• Share your experiences with school

FOR AUTISTIC STUDENTS:

Support Strategies:

• Prepare for reading time (visual schedule)
• Offer sensory tools (fidgets, weighted lap pad)
• Allow movement during reading (rocking, walking, standing)
• Break into smaller sessions if needed
• Provide social stories about the book before reading
• Allow alternative response methods (pointing, drawing, typing vs. verbal)
• Celebrate when they see themselves in characters!

Highlight Positive Representation:

• "Look! Meg flaps just like you!"
• "Luna has sensory preferences about her hair, just like you have preferences!"
• "Everyone at Creepy Creek School is accepted—just like here!"

FOR STUDENTS WITH MOTOR CHALLENGES:

Adaptations:

• Larger print version if needed
• Adapted grips for crayons/markers
• Coloring apps/digital version
• Stamp instead of color (less fine motor demand)
• Stickers instead of drawing
• Partner with peer for physical parts

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BUILDING A CLASSROOM/HOME LIBRARY

Other Luna & Meg Books:

1. Luna, Meg, and Mr. Frog's Magical Art Cottage (Short Vowels)
2. Luna, Meg, and Mr. Frog's Monet Day (Long Vowels)
3. Luna, Meg, and Noodle's Spooky School Day (Diphthongs & Double Vowels) ← You are here!
4. Luna, Meg, and the Blend Band (Coming Soon)
5. Luna, Meg, and the Sculpture Garden (Coming Soon)

Complementary Books:

• Books about friendship
• Books about school
• Books about being yourself
• Books with autistic characters
• Books about Halloween (age-appropriate)
• Other phonics-focused readers

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PARENT LETTER (SEND HOME WITH BOOK)

Dear Families,

Your child is bringing home Luna, Meg, and Noodle's Spooky School Day, a coloring book that teaches important reading skills!

What This Book Teaches:

• Diphthongs (vowel pairs like OI/OY, OU/OW)
• Double vowels (OO, EA, AI/AY, EE, OA)
• Phonemic awareness
• Reading fluency

What This Book Celebrates:

• Friendship and inclusion
• Being yourself
• Different ways of learning and being
• Kindness and empathy
• Neurodiversity (characters are autistic and that's wonderful!)

How to Use This Book at Home:

1. Read it together (you read, they read, take turns)
2. Let them color as you go
3. Find the bold words—those are our focus sounds!
4. Talk about the story—ask questions
5. Have fun! This is about joy, not pressure!

Discussion Starters:

• "What would your Halloween costume be at Creepy Creek School?"
• "How did the friends help each other in this story?"
• "What makes YOU special and unique?"

Important Note: This book authentically represents autistic characters (Meg flaps her hands when happy, both girls have sensory preferences and different learning styles). This representation matters! If your child is autistic, seeing themselves in stories is powerful. If your child is not autistic, this teaches acceptance and understanding.

Thank you for supporting your child's reading journey!

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FINAL THOUGHTS FOR EDUCATORS

This Book Is Designed To:

✓ Make phonics engaging and fun ✓ Provide authentic neurodivergent representation
✓ Teach reading AND character simultaneously ✓ Work as both instruction and enjoyment ✓ Give children ownership (they color it!) ✓ Build a love of reading that lasts ✓ Show that "different" means "wonderful" ✓ Create an inclusive classroom community

Remember:

• Every child learns at their own pace
• There's no "wrong" way to color
• Celebrate all attempts and efforts
• Joy in learning matters most
• Let children guide the experience
• Representation in books matters deeply

Most Important: When children see themselves in stories—whether it's having wild hair like Luna, stimming like Meg, or being different like Noodle—they learn they belong. And when they belong in books, they believe they belong in the world.

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THANK YOU!

Thank you for choosing Luna, Meg, and Noodle's Spooky School Day for your classroom or home!

We Believe:

• Every child deserves to see themselves in books
• Phonics instruction can be joyful
• Differences make us beautiful
• Inclusive stories change lives
• Coloring engages minds and hands
• Learning should feel like play

Happy Reading! Happy Coloring! Happy Learning!

From everyone at Creepy Creek School:
Luna, Meg, Noodle, Ms. Ghoul, and all the friendly monsters, witches, pirates, and friends!

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THE END

Next Adventure: Luna, Meg, and the Thanksgiving Feast!
Coming November - featuring blends and digraphs!

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ABOUT THE LUNA & MEG SERIES

Creator's Note:

These books were born from years of watching young readers struggle through dry decodable texts that they tolerated but never loved. I wanted to create phonics readers that children would actually want to read again and again—not because they had to, but because they wanted to.

Luna and Meg are inspired by real students I've taught—brilliant, creative, kind children who happened to be autistic. They deserved to see themselves in stories, not as problems to be solved, but as heroes of their own adventures.

Noodle represents the joy and humor that should be part of learning. Sometimes we're all too long for our ghost costumes. Sometimes we accidentally paint with our tails. And that's not just okay—it's wonderful.

Creepy Creek School is the school I wish every child could attend: one where all moves are welcome, where different artistic styles are celebrated, where falling down means friends help you up, where being yourself is the whole point.

If this book helps even one child:

• Love reading a little more
• See themselves in a story
• Feel accepted for who they are
• Master vowel sounds through joy rather than drill

Then it has done its job.

Thank you for reading, coloring, and learning with Luna, Meg, and Noodle.

With gratitude,
[Author Name]

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With special thanks to:
All the students who inspired these characters, all the teachers who make learning joyful, all the parents who support their unique children, and all the readers who believe that books should reflect the beautiful diversity of our world.

This book is dedicated to:
Every child who's ever felt different—you are exactly who you're meant to be. ✨# Luna, Meg, and Noodle's Spooky School Day