For parents and teachers
(you are doing great)
Small ideas that make story time smoother, from one tired parent to another. No lectures, no guilt, just a few tricks and a lot of monsters.
Bedtime with a monster
A calm 10-minute routine
Bath, pajamas, one monster book, lights out. Each story runs 5 to 10 minutes, so it fits even when everyone is running on fumes. These are cozy bedtime books for 3 year olds that end gently.
When the story turns into a wiggle fest
It happens. Let your kid act out the monster, then read the last page in your sleepiest voice. Wiggles first, yawns second.
Talking about big feelings
Name it with a monster
It is easier to say “Pluvie felt worried” than “I feel worried.” Monsters give kids a safe, silly way to talk about feelings. That makes these handy children’s books about feelings and social emotional learning books for preschoolers, without the lecture. Meet the monsters and pick one that sounds like your kid.
Questions to ask after the story
- What was the monster feeling?
- What would you do next time?
- Which monster is most like you today?
Street safety, the fun way
Stop. Look. Listen. at home
After Soleo’s story, practice at the front door: stop, look both ways, listen. Turn it into a game and let your kid be the crossing guard.
In the classroom or library
Read-aloud tips
Do the monster voices, pause on the big pictures, and let kids shout the sound effects. One book fits one circle time.
Discussion prompts
Ask what went wrong, how the monster felt and what a good choice looks like. Pair a monster with a skill like patience, safety or trying new things.
Ready to pick a book? Browse all 10 books or see the series on Amazon. For school or library orders, write to David.
Questions parents ask
What age are MYCORO Monsters books for?
Ages 3 to 8. Younger kids enjoy them as read-alouds, and early readers can try them on their own.
How long does each book take to read?
About 5 to 10 minutes. Each book has 24 pages, so it fits nicely into bedtime.
Do I need to read the books in order?
No. Every book is a standalone story. Start with any monster, Soleo is a fun first pick.
What do the books teach?
Everyday skills like staying safe near the street, sharing, staying calm and handling big feelings. The humor comes first, the lesson sneaks in on its own.
Which book is about crossing the street?
Book 4, Be Careful Before Crossing the Street, starring Soleo and Maxo. Its simple rule is Stop. Look. Listen.
Where can I buy the books?
On Amazon, as paperback and ebook. The Book 4 buttons on this site link straight to Amazon.
Are the books good for classrooms and libraries?
Yes. They are short, colorful and easy to discuss, which makes them handy for read-aloud time.
Who creates the MYCORO Monsters?
David Lefebvre, an independent author and dad who writes the stories inspired by real parenting life.