Diary of a Wombat Reading Comprehension Questions
by Jackie French, Bruce Whatley
Book Summary
The story is told through the diary entries of a very busy wombat. The wombat spends its days eating, sleeping, and scratching. It discovers humans and quickly learns how to get them to provide delicious carrots and other treats by being persistent, digging holes, and banging on their door. The humans eventually build a special gate just for the wombat, but it continues to demand its favorite foods.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Diary of a Wombat.
1.What does the wombat do almost every day?
2.What food does the wombat really like to get from the humans?
3.What does the word 'demanded' mean when the wombat 'demanded carrots'?
4.Why did the humans build a special gate for the wombat?
5.Why do you think the wombat kept demanding carrots even after getting a special gate?
6.What lesson can we learn about the wombat's behavior in the story?
7.What was your favorite part of the wombat's day and why?
8.If you were one of 'The Humans', what would you do when the wombat came to your door?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Diary of a Wombat to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Diary of a Wombat with children.
What was your favorite part of Diary of a Wombat? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Diary of a Wombat, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Diary of a Wombat make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Diary of a Wombat to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Jackie French, Bruce Whatley wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Diary of a Wombat?
Diary of a Wombat by Jackie French, Bruce Whatley is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 2.3. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Diary of a Wombat?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Diary of a Wombat, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Diary of a Wombat 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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