The Field Guide Reading Comprehension Questions
by Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black
Book Summary
After their parents' divorce, the Grace children—Jared, Simon, and Mallory—move with their mother into the dilapidated Spiderwick Estate. They soon discover strange occurrences in the old house, leading Jared to find a hidden, hand-written book titled 'Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You'. This guide reveals a secret world of faeries, including a mischievous boggart named Thimbletack, who has been causing chaos in their new home. The children must learn to navigate this magical world and understand the dangers associated with the mysterious Field Guide.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 7 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Field Guide.
1.What is the name of the old house the Grace family moves into?
2.Which sibling first discovers the secret library and the dumbwaiter?
3.What kind of creature is Thimbletack, the one causing mischief in the house?
4.Where does Jared find 'Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You'?
5.What happens to Simon's tadpoles as a result of the boggart's pranks?
6.How do the Grace children make amends with Thimbletack?
7.What warning does Thimbletack give the children at the end of the book?
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Field Guide with children.
What was your favorite part of The Field Guide? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Field Guide, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Field Guide make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Field Guide to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Field Guide?
The Field Guide by Tony DiTerlizzi, Holly Black is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 4.0. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Field Guide?
ReadBuddy provides 7 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Field Guide, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Field Guide 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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