Grade 4AR Level 5.4

Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold)

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by Christopher Paul Curtis

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Book Summary

Eleven-year-old Elijah is the first child born into freedom in Buxton, Canada, a settlement of runaway slaves. Known for being 'fragile' and easily scared, Elijah's life changes when a corrupt preacher steals the money a hardworking man named Mr. Leroy saved to buy his family out of slavery. Elijah embarks on a dangerous journey into America to get the money back, ultimately facing the horrors of slavery and finding the courage to rescue a baby girl.

Reading Comprehension Questions

8 curated questions across multiple comprehension levels. Use after your child finishes the book.

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1What is special about Elijah in the settlement of Buxton?

Comprehensioneasy

2Why does Mr. Leroy give his saved money to the Preacher?

Comprehensionmedium

3What tragic event happens to Mr. Leroy on the journey to Michigan?

Comprehensionhard

4In the story, Elijah is often called 'fragile' because he cries easily and gets scared. What does the word 'fragile' mean?

Vocabularyeasy

5The people of Buxton live in a 'settlement.' What is a settlement?

Vocabularymedium

6Why does the Preacher tell Elijah tall tales and trick him?

Inferencemedium

7Why is Elijah's decision to bring the baby Hope back to Buxton so important to his character development?

Inferencehard

8What does the ringing of the Liberty Bell in Buxton most likely symbolize for the residents?

Inferencehard

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FragileSettlementGullibleAbolitionistLiberty

Discussion Prompts

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1“What was your favorite part of Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold)? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold), who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold) to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think Christopher Paul Curtis wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold)?

Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold) by Christopher Paul Curtis is recommended for grades 3-5 readers with an AR level of 5.4. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold)?

ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use Elijah of Buxton (Scholastic Gold) 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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