The Kissing Hand Reading Comprehension Questions
by Audrey Penn
Book Summary
Chester Raccoon is nervous about starting school for the first time. His mother shares a special secret called the "Kissing Hand" to help him feel brave and loved when they are apart.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Kissing Hand.
1.What did Chester Raccoon not want to do at the beginning of the story?
2.What special secret did Mama Raccoon share with Chester?
3.Where did Mama Raccoon put the special kiss for Chester?
4.Why do you think Mama Raccoon gave Chester the Kissing Hand?
5.What lesson does Chester learn by the end of the story?
6.When Chester was "nervous" about school, what did that mean?
7.How do you think Chester felt when he went to school with the Kissing Hand?
8.What is something special you do when you miss someone you love?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Kissing Hand to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Kissing Hand with children.
What was your favorite part of The Kissing Hand? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Kissing Hand, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Kissing Hand make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Kissing Hand to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Audrey Penn wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Kissing Hand?
The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn 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 Kissing Hand?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Kissing Hand, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Kissing Hand 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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