Ish Reading Comprehension Questions
by Peter Reynolds
Book Summary
A boy named Ramon loves to draw, but when his brother makes fun of his art, he stops. His little sister helps him see that art doesn't have to be perfect, just 'ish,' inspiring him to create again.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Ish.
1.What did Ramon love to do all the time?
2.Who laughed at Ramon's drawing of a vase?
3.What did Ramon do with his drawings when he felt sad?
4.Why do you think Ramon felt happy when Marisol hung up his 'vase-ish' drawing?
5.What lesson did Ramon learn about drawing by the end of the story?
6.In the story, Ramon felt 'discouraged' when his brother laughed. What does 'discouraged' mean?
7.What is something you love to do, just like Ramon loved to draw?
8.If you drew an 'ish' picture, what would you draw and why?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Ish to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Ish with children.
What was your favorite part of Ish? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Ish, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Ish make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Ish to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Peter Reynolds wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Ish?
Ish by Peter Reynolds is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 2.4. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Ish?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Ish, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Ish 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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