Tuesday Reading Comprehension Questions
by David Wiesner
Book Summary
On a quiet Tuesday evening, frogs on lily pads mysteriously lift into the air and fly over a sleeping town, surprising animals and causing a little mischief, before returning to their pond at dawn. The story ends with a hint of another unexpected event the following Tuesday.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Tuesday.
1.What time did the frogs start to fly on Tuesday night?
2.What did the frogs use to fly through the air?
3.Which animal was surprised by the flying frogs near the houses?
4.Why do you think the police officer looked so confused when he found the lily pads on the ground?
5.What is a main idea the story "Tuesday" shows us?
6.In the story, the lily pads *mysteriously* lifted into the air. What does "mysteriously" mean?
7.If you woke up and saw flying frogs outside your window, how would you feel?
8.What was your favorite part of the story "Tuesday" and why?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Tuesday to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Tuesday with children.
What was your favorite part of Tuesday? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Tuesday, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Tuesday make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Tuesday to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think David Wiesner wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Tuesday?
Tuesday by David Wiesner is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 1.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Tuesday?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Tuesday, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Tuesday 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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