Grade 1AR Level 1.8

Julián Is a Mermaid

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by Jessica Love

8 curated questions

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Book Summary

Julián is riding the subway with his Abuela when he sees three stunning mermaids. He is so inspired that he imagines himself as a mermaid. When they get home, Julián secretly tries to transform himself into a mermaid. His Abuela discovers him, but instead of being upset, she helps him complete his look and takes him to a vibrant mermaid parade.

Reading Comprehension Questions

8 curated questions across multiple comprehension levels. Use after your child finishes the book.

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1What did Julián see on the subway?

Comprehensioneasy

2What did Julián use to make his mermaid tail at home?

Comprehensioneasy

3Where did Abuela take Julián at the end of the story?

Comprehensionmedium

4How did Julián feel when he saw the mermaids on the subway?

Inferencemedium

5What does Abuela teach Julián about being himself?

thememedium

6What does the word 'spectacular' mean when Julián sees the mermaids?

Vocabularyeasy

7What was your favorite part of the story and why?

discussioneasy

8If you could dress up as any creature, what would you be and why?

discussioneasy

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MermaidSpectacularGlimmeringParade

Discussion Prompts

Great open-ended questions for car rides, dinner, or read-alouds.

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1“What was your favorite part of Julián Is a Mermaid? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Julián Is a Mermaid, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Julián Is a Mermaid make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Julián Is a Mermaid to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think Jessica Love wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is Julián Is a Mermaid?

Julián Is a Mermaid by Jessica Love is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 1.8. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for Julián Is a Mermaid?

ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Julián Is a Mermaid, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use Julián Is a Mermaid 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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