Grade 4AR Level 7.3

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You

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by Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi

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Book Summary

A fast-paced, engaging history of racist ideas in America. The book explores how these ideas were created to justify power and wealth, categorizes historical figures into segregationists, assimilationists, and antiracists, and challenges readers to actively choose antiracism.

Reading Comprehension Questions

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

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1According to the book, who was the first person to create racist ideas to justify the enslavement of African people?

Comprehensioneasy

2What does the word 'Antiracist' mean in the context of this book?

Vocabularyeasy

3What are the three categories the authors use to describe how people think about race?

Comprehensionmedium

4Based on the book's definition, how does an 'Assimilationist' view Black people?

Vocabularymedium

5Why did racist ideas originally start, according to the authors' historical analysis?

Inferencemedium

6Which historical figure is used in Section 3 to show a lifelong journey from assimilationist thinking to antiracist thinking?

Comprehensionhard

7Why do the authors describe Thomas Jefferson as a contradiction?

Inferencehard

8What is the ultimate call to action or main message the authors want the reader to take away from the book?

Inferencehard

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Key Vocabulary

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SegregationistAssimilationistAntiracistConstructAbolitionist

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1“What was your favorite part of Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You?

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi is recommended for grades 3-5 readers with an AR level of 7.3. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You?

ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You 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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