Aldo Applesauce Reading Comprehension Questions
by Johanna Hurwitz
Part of the Aldo series · Book 1 of 2
Book Summary
Aldo Sossi is a boy who moves from the city to a new house in the suburbs. He feels nervous about making new friends and adjusting to a new school. Through various experiences, including helping an elderly neighbor and getting a new dog, Aldo learns to be himself and finds his place in his new community, eventually embracing a playful nickname.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Aldo Applesauce.
1.Where did Aldo and his family move from at the beginning of the story?
2.What was the name of the dog Aldo got in his new home?
3.What was the name of Aldo's elderly neighbor whom he helped?
4.Why do you think Aldo felt nervous about moving to a new house and school?
5.Why did Aldo start helping Mr. Witherington with his garden?
6.How did getting a dog like Pippa help Aldo make new friends in the neighborhood?
7.What lesson does Aldo learn about making friends by the end of the story?
8.What is one important message the story teaches about new beginnings?
9.How can you tell that Aldo became more comfortable and confident in his new home by the end of the story?
10.In the sentence, "Aldo's family moved from their apartment in the busy city to a new house in the quiet **suburbs**," what does "suburbs" mean?
11.When the story says Mr. Witherington was described as a bit "reclusive" at first, what does "reclusive" tell us about him?
12.Aldo initially disliked his nickname but eventually learned to "embrace" it. What does it mean to "embrace" his nickname?
13.Have you ever had to move or start somewhere new like Aldo? How did you feel, and what helped you feel more comfortable?
14.What is one thing you would do to help a new kid like Aldo feel welcome in your school or neighborhood?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Aldo Applesauce to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Aldo Applesauce with children.
What was your favorite part of Aldo Applesauce? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Aldo Applesauce, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Aldo Applesauce make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Aldo Applesauce to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Johanna Hurwitz wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Aldo Applesauce?
Aldo Applesauce by Johanna Hurwitz is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 3.2. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Aldo Applesauce?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Aldo Applesauce, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Aldo Applesauce for reading practice?
Read the book together or independently, then use ReadBuddy's comprehension questions to check understanding. Focus on vocabulary words, discuss character motivations, and encourage your child to make connections to their own experiences.
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