Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) Reading Comprehension Questions
by Ben Clanton
Book Summary
When a school of fish is left without their teacher, Narwhal and Jelly step in as substitute teachers. Narwhal, calling himself Professor Knowell, introduces fun and unconventional subjects like 'Wafflematics,' while a stressed Jelly worries they aren't teaching the fish anything real. Eventually, Jelly realizes that learning can be fun and awesome.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6).
1.Who is the regular teacher of the school of fish?
2.What subject does Narwhal teach using his favorite food?
3.What name does Narwhal give himself when he becomes the teacher?
4.Why does Jelly get stressed out during the school day?
5.How do the little fish feel about Narwhal's teaching style?
6.Why does Narwhal think Wafflematics is a good way to learn math?
7.What is the main lesson Jelly learns by the end of the day?
8.What does the 'School of Awesomeness' teach us about trying new ways to do things?
9.How does Jelly's attitude change from the morning to the afternoon?
10.What does the word 'substitute' mean when Narwhal and Jelly become substitute teachers?
11.Narwhal calls himself a 'professor.' What is a professor?
12.What is an 'equation' in Wafflematics?
13.If you were a teacher at the School of Awesomeness, what fun subject would you invent and how would you teach it?
14.Jelly likes following the rules, and Narwhal likes being silly. Which character's way of learning works best for you, and why?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) with children.
What was your favorite part of Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Ben Clanton wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6)?
Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) by Ben Clanton is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 2.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6)?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Narwhal's School of Awesomeness (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #6) 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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