Horrible Harry and the June Box Reading Comprehension Questions
by Suzy Kline
Book Summary
In Room 3B, a strict substitute teacher confiscates Song Lee's special pink origami pig, intended as a birthday gift for her grandmother, and places it in the dreaded 'June Box' where toys are held until the end of the school year. Desperate, Song Lee secretly retrieves her pig, but her actions are discovered. To protect his friend, Harry takes the blame. The class then faces a challenging math problem from the substitute, with a prize that could help. Ultimately, Song Lee bravely confesses, and the class learns about friendship, honesty, and cooperation as they work together to resolve the difficult situation.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 7 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Horrible Harry and the June Box.
1.What kind of animal was the special origami gift Song Lee made for her grandmother?
2.Who was the teacher who confiscated Song Lee's origami pig?
3.Why was Song Lee so upset about her origami pig being put in the June Box?
4.What did Song Lee forget to put back after she secretly retrieved her pig from the June Box?
5.Who took the blame for opening the June Box to protect Song Lee?
6.What kind of challenge did the substitute teacher give the class?
7.What did Song Lee choose as her prize after solving the math problem and telling the truth?
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Horrible Harry and the June Box with children.
What was your favorite part of Horrible Harry and the June Box? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Horrible Harry and the June Box, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Horrible Harry and the June Box make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Horrible Harry and the June Box to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Suzy Kline wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Horrible Harry and the June Box?
Horrible Harry and the June Box by Suzy Kline is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 3.6. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Horrible Harry and the June Box?
ReadBuddy provides 7 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Horrible Harry and the June Box, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Horrible Harry and the June Box 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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