The King of Show-and-tell Reading Comprehension Questions
by Abby Klein
Book Summary
Freddy Thresher, a first-grader, desperately wants to bring something exciting for show-and-tell, especially after his friend Robbie impresses everyone with a real alligator head. Freddy finds a baby bird that has fallen from its nest and decides to secretly care for it and bring it to school. He faces challenges hiding the bird from his 'neat freak' mom and sister. During show-and-tell, the bird makes a noise, leading their teacher, Mrs. Wushy, to mistakenly blame the class bully, Max Sellars. Freddy, feeling guilty, bravely confesses that the bird is his. Mrs. Wushy praises Freddy for his honesty and for standing up for Max, making Freddy the 'King of Show-and-Tell' for the day and teaching him valuable lessons about truthfulness and friendship.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 7 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The King of Show-and-tell.
1.What did Robbie bring for show-and-tell that made Freddy feel envious?
2.What kind of animal did Freddy find and decide to bring for show-and-tell?
3.Who did Mrs. Wushy first blame when Winger made a noise during show-and-tell?
4.What was the name Freddy gave to the baby bird?
5.Why did Freddy decide to tell the truth about the bird?
6.How did Mrs. Wushy react when Freddy confessed the truth about Winger?
7.What was one of the main lessons Freddy learned by the end of the story?
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The King of Show-and-tell with children.
What was your favorite part of The King of Show-and-tell? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The King of Show-and-tell, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The King of Show-and-tell make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The King of Show-and-tell to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Abby Klein wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The King of Show-and-tell?
The King of Show-and-tell by Abby Klein is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 3.1. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The King of Show-and-tell?
ReadBuddy provides 7 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The King of Show-and-tell, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The King of Show-and-tell 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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