Grade 1AR Level 3.3

Stink: Solar System Superhero

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by Megan McDonald

Part of the Stink series · Book 3 of 6

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Book Summary

Stink Moody is excited about a class project on the solar system. He desperately wants to research Pluto, but his teacher assigns him Mercury. Stink is disappointed at first, thinking Mercury is boring. With the help of his sister Judy's superhero cape and his own growing knowledge, Stink learns to embrace his planet and becomes a 'Solar System Superhero' by sharing his enthusiasm and facts with his class, even learning about Pluto's reclassification.

Reading Comprehension Questions

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

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1What planet did Stink originally hope to get for his class project?

Comprehensioneasy

2What did Judy Moody give Stink that made him feel like a superhero?

Comprehensioneasy

3What does the word 'disappointed' mean when Stink learns he got Mercury?

Vocabularymedium

4Why did Stink feel a little better about not getting Pluto for his project?

Comprehensionmedium

5Why do you think Stink's imagination and the superhero cape helped him with his project?

Inferencemedium

6What does the word 'orbit' mean in the context of Stink learning about Mercury?

Vocabularymedium

7What is a main lesson Stink learns by the end of the story?

themehard

8How did Stink change from the beginning of the story to the end regarding his planet assignment?

analysishard

9What does the word 'enthusiasm' mean when Stink continues his research with new enthusiasm?

Vocabularymedium

10What does the story teach us about learning new things?

thememedium

11What can you infer about Ms. D.'s teaching style based on the planet project?

Inferencehard

12How did Stink's feelings about Mercury change throughout the story?

Inferencemedium

13If you were Stink, how would you feel if you didn't get the planet you wanted for your project, and what would you do?

discussionhard

14What is one way you could be a 'superhero' in your own learning, like Stink became a 'Solar System Superhero'?

discussionhard

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Key Vocabulary

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solar systemorbitdisappointedreclassifiedenthusiasmcraters

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1“What was your favorite part of Stink: Solar System Superhero? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Stink: Solar System Superhero, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Stink: Solar System Superhero make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Stink: Solar System Superhero to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

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

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What reading level is Stink: Solar System Superhero?

Stink: Solar System Superhero by Megan McDonald is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 3.3. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for Stink: Solar System Superhero?

ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Stink: Solar System Superhero, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use Stink: Solar System Superhero 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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