Grade 2AR Level 2.1

Stick Man

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by Julia Donaldson

8 curated questions

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Book Summary

Stick Man lives happily in the family tree with his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three. One day, he goes for a jog and is picked up by a dog, starting a long journey where he is mistaken for various objects by different people and animals. He longs to return home. Just when he is in great danger, he meets Santa Claus and helps him, finally getting a ride back to his family tree just in time for Christmas.

Reading Comprehension Questions

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

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1Where did Stick Man live with his family at the beginning of the story?

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2What kind of animal first picked up Stick Man when he went for a jog?

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3What did the children at the beach use Stick Man for?

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4Why do you think Stick Man always wanted to get back to his family tree?

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5What is the most important message the story of Stick Man teaches us?

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6What does the word 'peril' mean when Stick Man was in 'terrible peril' in the river?

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7What was your favorite part of Stick Man's journey and why?

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8If you found Stick Man, what would you do to help him get home to his family?

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Discussion Prompts

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

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1“What was your favorite part of Stick Man? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Stick Man, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Stick Man make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Stick Man to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is Stick Man?

Stick Man by Julia Donaldson is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 2.1. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for Stick Man?

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

How can I use Stick Man 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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