Flotsam Reading Comprehension Questions
by David Wiesner
Book Summary
A curious boy finds an old underwater camera washed ashore. He develops the film and discovers amazing and imaginative photographs of sea creatures, tiny alien worlds, and a chain of children from different times who have also found and passed on the same camera. The boy then takes his own picture and sends the camera back into the ocean to continue its journey.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Flotsam.
1.What did the boy find on the beach?
2.What did the boy do with the film from the camera?
3.What was special about the last picture the boy saw?
4.What does the word 'curious' mean in this story?
5.Why do you think the boy took a picture of himself and threw the camera back into the ocean?
6.What lesson does the story of 'Flotsam' teach us?
7.What was your favorite strange or imaginative picture that the boy found in the camera?
8.If you found a magical camera like this, what would be the first picture you would try to take?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Flotsam to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Flotsam with children.
What was your favorite part of Flotsam? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Flotsam, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Flotsam make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Flotsam to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think David Wiesner wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Flotsam?
Flotsam by David Wiesner 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 Flotsam?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Flotsam, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Flotsam 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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