Grade 1AR Level 3.2

Aldo Applesauce

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by Johanna Hurwitz

Part of the Aldo series · Book 1 of 2

14 curated questions

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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

14 curated questions across multiple comprehension levels. Use after your child finishes the book.

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1Where did Aldo and his family move from at the beginning of the story?

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2What was the name of the dog Aldo got in his new home?

Comprehensioneasy

3What was the name of Aldo's elderly neighbor whom he helped?

Comprehensioneasy

4Why do you think Aldo felt nervous about moving to a new house and school?

Inferencemedium

5Why did Aldo start helping Mr. Witherington with his garden?

Inferencemedium

6How did getting a dog like Pippa help Aldo make new friends in the neighborhood?

Inferencehard

7What lesson does Aldo learn about making friends by the end of the story?

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8What is one important message the story teaches about new beginnings?

themehard

9How can you tell that Aldo became more comfortable and confident in his new home by the end of the story?

analysishard

10In 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?

Vocabularymedium

11When the story says Mr. Witherington was described as a bit "reclusive" at first, what does "reclusive" tell us about him?

Vocabularymedium

12Aldo initially disliked his nickname but eventually learned to "embrace" it. What does it mean to "embrace" his nickname?

Vocabularymedium

13Have you ever had to move or start somewhere new like Aldo? How did you feel, and what helped you feel more comfortable?

discussionhard

14What is one thing you would do to help a new kid like Aldo feel welcome in your school or neighborhood?

discussionhard

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1“What was your favorite part of Aldo Applesauce? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Aldo Applesauce, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Aldo Applesauce make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Aldo Applesauce to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think Johanna Hurwitz wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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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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