Boogie Monster Reading Guide & Activities | Ages 12 Months–8 Years

Turn storytime into an opportunity to read together, create together, and grow together with this printable companion guide for Boogie Monster, written by Josie Bissett and illustrated by Kevan J. Atteberry.

Designed for children ages 12 months through 8 years, this guide helps you enjoy the story at your child’s developmental level—without turning reading time into a lesson or quiz. Start by simply enjoying the book together. Then, return to the story whenever you are ready to explore its playful message through movement, conversation, and hands-on activities. 

Inside this 20-page guide, you’ll find:

• Three During Reading Tips to turn the story into an energetic, interactive reading experience
• Age-appropriate After Reading Questions for:
• 12–18 months
• 18–24 months
• Ages 2–4
• Ages 5–8
• Guidance showing where to ask each question, which skill it supports, and how to help your child respond
• Complete materials lists and step-by-step directions for two reusable, book-inspired crafts.
• Bonus Family Conversation Questions for ages 2–4 and 5–8
• Opportunities to build oral language, comprehension, body awareness, creativity, sequencing, self-expression, confidence, and critical-thinking skills

About the activities

Two crafts are designed to be used again and again, extending the movement, music, and playful energy of the story long after reading time ends. Children can help select colors, decorate their creations, invent dance moves, follow rhythms, and explore different ways to move.

Choose one activity or complete both. The goal is not a picture-perfect project—it is the connection, conversation, creativity, and fun you share while making and playing together.

This guide is a good fit for families who want to:

• Make storytime active, playful, and engaging
• Encourage movement, music, and creative expression
• Ask meaningful questions that fit their child’s age
• Build vocabulary and comprehension through movement
• Support body awareness, confidence, and individuality
• Enjoy prepared activities without having to plan everything themselves
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Please note

This is a digital PDF download. No physical book, printed guide, or craft supplies will be mailed.

You will need access to a copy of Boogie Monster by Josie Bissett to use the reading portions of this guide. The book may be borrowed from your local library or purchased separately.

Recommended ages: 12 months–8 years

Format: Printable digital PDF

Length: 20 pages

Included activities: 2