Dragons and Marshmallows Reading Comprehension Questions
by Asia Citro
Book Summary
Zoey discovers her mother has an amazing secret: she helps injured magical animals in their barn! When her mom has to leave town for a trip, it is up to Zoey and her cat, Sassafras, to take over. Soon, a sick, shivering baby dragon arrives. Using her 'thinking goggles' and the scientific method, Zoey must figure out what is wrong with the dragon and how to help him get better before it's too late.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 9 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Dragons and Marshmallows.
1.Who is Sassafras in the story?
2.Why is Zoey left in charge of the magical animal barn?
3.What specific item does Zoey use to warm up Marshmallow?
4.What does the word 'carnivore' mean when Zoey uses it in her journal?
5.When Zoey makes a 'hypothesis', what is she doing?
6.What does it mean that reptiles are 'cold-blooded'?
7.How does Zoey feel when Marshmallow finally eats and flies away?
8.Why does Zoey name the baby dragon 'Marshmallow'?
9.Why did Marshmallow throw up and refuse to eat the food during the first experiment?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Dragons and Marshmallows to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Dragons and Marshmallows with children.
What was your favorite part of Dragons and Marshmallows? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Dragons and Marshmallows, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Dragons and Marshmallows make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Dragons and Marshmallows to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Asia Citro wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Dragons and Marshmallows?
Dragons and Marshmallows by Asia Citro is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 3.0. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Dragons and Marshmallows?
ReadBuddy provides 9 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Dragons and Marshmallows, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Dragons and Marshmallows 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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