Eyes That Kiss in the Corners Reading Comprehension Questions
by Joanna Ho
Book Summary
A young Asian girl named Lena learns to appreciate her unique eye shape, which 'kiss in the corners,' by seeing them reflected in the strong, loving women of her family—her mother, grandmother, and aunt. She realizes her eyes are beautiful and connect her to her heritage and dreams.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Eyes That Kiss in the Corners.
1.What does Lena notice about her eyes when she looks in the mirror?
2.Whose eyes does Lena say are like the ocean?
3.What kind of stories do Nai Nai's eyes whisper?
4.Why does Lena start to feel her eyes are special and beautiful?
5.What is the most important message Lena learns about her unique eyes?
6.In the story, what does it mean if Mama's eyes 'glow like warm tea'?
7.What do you think makes *your* eyes special?
8.What was your favorite part of Lena's story and why?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Eyes That Kiss in the Corners to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Eyes That Kiss in the Corners with children.
What was your favorite part of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Eyes That Kiss in the Corners make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Eyes That Kiss in the Corners to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Joanna Ho wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Eyes That Kiss in the Corners?
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho 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 Eyes That Kiss in the Corners?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Eyes That Kiss in the Corners 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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