Grade 2AR Level 2.3

The Day the Crayons Came Home

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by Drew Daywalt

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Book Summary

Duncan receives a stack of postcards from his lost, broken, and forgotten crayons, each with a unique complaint or plea to come home. From a crayon stuck in the couch to one left at a motel, Duncan realizes his crayons need a new, creative solution to keep them safe and together.

Reading Comprehension Questions

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

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1What did Duncan find in his mailbox at the start of the story?

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2What happened to Maroon Crayon?

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3Where did Neon Red Crayon get left behind?

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4Esteban the Magnificent is a brown crayon. What does "magnificent" mean?

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5Why do you think Duncan made a special new box for all his crayons?

Inferencemedium

6What lesson does Duncan learn about taking care of his crayons?

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7Which crayon's story was your favorite and why?

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8If you were Duncan, what would you do to help a lost crayon get home?

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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 The Day the Crayons Came Home? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from The Day the Crayons Came Home, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did The Day the Crayons Came Home make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend The Day the Crayons Came Home to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is The Day the Crayons Came Home?

The Day the Crayons Came Home by Drew Daywalt 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 The Day the Crayons Came Home?

ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Day the Crayons Came Home, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use The Day the Crayons Came Home 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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