Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea Reading Comprehension Questions
by Cynthia Rylant
Part of the Mr. Putter and Tabby series · Book 3 of 3
Book Summary
Mr. Putter and his cat, Tabby, are feeling old and a bit down. Mr. Putter decides they need a special treat of tea and cake to cheer up. After getting everything ready, he realizes he forgot the cake. Just when they are feeling disappointed, their kind neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, arrives with a homemade cake, saving the day and turning their sadness into a joyful tea party.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea.
1.How did Mr. Putter and Tabby feel at the beginning of the story?
2.What did Mr. Putter want to make to cheer them up?
3.Who came to visit Mr. Putter and Tabby with a cake?
4.Why do you think Mrs. Teaberry brought a cake to Mr. Putter's house?
5.What does this story teach us about friends?
6.What does the word "disappointed" mean when Mr. Putter forgot the cake?
7.What was your favorite part of the story and why?
8.What do you like to do to cheer up a friend who is feeling sad?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea with children.
What was your favorite part of Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Cynthia Rylant wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea?
Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea by Cynthia Rylant 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 Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea 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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