Understanding Monsters and Fears

Nancy Cartwright reads 'How I Met My Monster' by Amanda Knoll. A child discovers monsters under his bed, led by Mr. Zee, who tests them on scaring techniques. Gabe, a green monster, succeeds in scaring the child into bed with unconventional methods. The story highlights how the child overcomes fear and forms a friendship with Gabe. The book empowers children to control their fears and encourages imagination.

What did the child find under the bed instead of his truck?

• A toy car

• A note from Mr. Zee

• A pair of socks

• A flashlight

What was the first rule the monsters had to follow?

• Always be visible

• Hide in the closet

• Maintain the element of surprise

• Make loud noises

Which monster was not scary enough for the child?

• Abigail

• Morgan

• Gabe

• Genghis

What did Gabe do that was unconventional?

• Stared at the child's toes and drooled

• Sang a lullaby

• Made shadow puppets

• Roared loudly

What did the child do after hearing the monsters vanish?

• Called for his parents

• Turned on the lights

• Ran to the kitchen

• Went to sleep

Where did the child find the red monster, Abigail?

• In the closet

• Under the bed

• On the fridge shelf

• Behind the door

What did Gabe say makes monsters grow?

• People food

• Exercise

• Magic spells

• Scaring children

What did the child offer Gabe instead of his toes?

• A stuffed monster

• A cookie

• A pillow

• A toy truck

What is the main message of the story according to the narrator?

• Children should be afraid of the dark

• Monsters are not real

• Monsters are always scary

• Children can control their fears

What does the narrator appreciate about Amanda Noll's book?

• Its colorful illustrations

• Its ability to empower children

• Its complex vocabulary

• Its length