Max is snacking on some jelly beans when he tells Moon he found something out today. Moon is curious and tells Max she wants to know. Max keeps asking if Moon really wants to know until Moon finally says “spill the beans,” which means to tell someone your secret.

Tips for Parents

  • Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>

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  • 4 activities you can do with your child now >>>

    - Talk to your child about secrets and what it means to 'spill the beans'. - Ask your child questions about the story and the characters in it. - Ask your child to act out the story with you or a toy. - Let your child tell you a secret, and then discuss what it means to 'spill the beans'.

  • Pretend play with your child >>>

    NAME OF GAME: 'Bean-spilling' INSTRUCTIONS: You and your child each take turns pulling a jellybean out of the jar. For each one, you'll each take turns telling a secret. If either of you can't think of one, you can pass. Whoever has the most secrets at the end of the game wins!

  • 1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>

    When you keep a secret, you show you can be trusted. Think before you share, your child!