Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon Reading Comprehension Questions
by Paula Danziger
Part of the Amber Brown series · Book 1 of 3
Book Summary
Amber Brown is a third-grader whose world is turned upside down when her best friend, Justin Daniels, announces he is moving to Alabama. Amber struggles deeply with sadness and anger, acting out in school and trying to find ways to cope with the impending loss of her best friend. The story follows Amber's emotional journey as she learns to deal with change, loss, and the enduring nature of friendship.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon.
1.What big news did Justin tell Amber?
2.What did Amber do in school to show she was upset about Justin moving?
3.Before Justin left, what special item did he and Amber make together?
4.Why do you think Amber drew only in brown when she was feeling sad about Justin leaving?
5.How do you think Mrs. Solo, Amber's teacher, felt when Amber was acting out in class?
6.What might Amber do to stay friends with Justin after he moves far away?
7.What is one important lesson Amber learns about friendship in this story?
8.What does this story teach us about dealing with big changes in life?
9.How did Amber's feelings about Justin moving change from the beginning of the story to the end?
10.In the story, Amber and Justin were described as 'inseparable.' What does 'inseparable' mean?
11.When Justin 'announced' that his family was moving, what did he do?
12.Amber had to learn how to 'cope' with Justin moving away. What does it mean to 'cope' with a difficult situation?
13.If your best friend had to move far away, what would you do to remember them and stay in touch?
14.Amber felt angry and sad when Justin told her he was moving. Is it okay to feel angry or sad about big changes, and what are some ways to deal with those feelings?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon with children.
What was your favorite part of Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Paula Danziger wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon?
Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon by Paula Danziger 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 Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Amber Brown Is Not A Crayon 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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