Each Kindness Reading Comprehension Questions
by Jacqueline Woodson
Book Summary
The story is about a girl named Chloe who, along with her friends, is unkind to a new girl, Maya. Maya tries to make friends but is always rejected. When their teacher gives a lesson about how kindness spreads, Chloe realizes her mistake, but it's too late as Maya never returns to school.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Each Kindness.
1.Who was the new girl in Chloe's class?
2.What did Chloe and her friends do when Maya tried to play?
3.What did Ms. Albert use to show how kindness spreads?
4.In the story, Maya's coat was described as 'shabby.' What does 'shabby' mean?
5.Why do you think Maya stopped coming to school?
6.What lesson does Chloe learn about kindness by the end of the story?
7.What is one way you can show kindness to someone new at school?
8.How do you think Chloe felt when she realized Maya was not coming back to school?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Each Kindness to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Each Kindness with children.
What was your favorite part of Each Kindness? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Each Kindness, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Each Kindness make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Each Kindness to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Jacqueline Woodson wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Each Kindness?
Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 2.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Each Kindness?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Each Kindness, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Each Kindness 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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