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James and the Giant Peach
by Roald Dahl · Grade 1 · AR 4.8
James and the Giant Peach
Reading Comprehension Questions
by Roald Dahl
14 curated questions
James Henry Trotter is a lonely orphan boy living with his cruel aunts, Sponge and Spiker. His life changes dramatically when he receives magical 'crocodile tongues' that cause a peach to grow to an enormous size. James enters the peach and finds a new family of friendly, giant insects. Together, they embark on a fantastical journey across the ocean and through the sky, facing many adventures before finally landing in New York City and finding a happy new home.
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James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 4.8. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
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