Clifford Goes to Dog School Reading Comprehension Questions
by Norman Bridwell
Part of the Clifford series · Book 2 of 4
Book Summary
Clifford, the enormous red dog, is enrolled in dog school by Emily Elizabeth to learn good manners. His size causes problems with typical dog school activities, making Emily Elizabeth worry. However, Clifford uses his unique size to rescue a kitten from a tree, proving that his bigness can be a great strength and making everyone proud. The story teaches that everyone has unique strengths and being different is okay.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Clifford Goes to Dog School.
1.Why did Emily Elizabeth take Clifford to dog school?
2.What made it hard for Clifford to do the dog school exercises?
3.What animal got stuck in the tree during the lesson?
4.How do you think Emily Elizabeth felt when Clifford rescued the kitten?
5.What lesson did Emily Elizabeth learn about Clifford by the end of the story?
6.What does the word "enormous" mean when Clifford used his enormous size to reach the kitten?
7.What was your favorite part of the story and why?
8.If you had a pet like Clifford, what special thing would you like him to do because he is so big?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Clifford Goes to Dog School to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Clifford Goes to Dog School with children.
What was your favorite part of Clifford Goes to Dog School? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Clifford Goes to Dog School, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Clifford Goes to Dog School make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Clifford Goes to Dog School to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Norman Bridwell wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Clifford Goes to Dog School?
Clifford Goes to Dog School by Norman Bridwell is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 2.0. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Clifford Goes to Dog School?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Clifford Goes to Dog School, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Clifford Goes to Dog School 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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