Fiction Ages 8-9

The box of comprehension cards includes high-interest short passages of text with five comprehension questions that prompt students to identify and effectively cite text evidence. There are 100 text cards, each with a passage of age-appropriate text with an illustration and five comprehension questions. The questions cover a variety of genres, including cause and effect, character, conflict and resolution, figurative language, inference, prediction, setting, text evidence, theme, and vocabulary. The fifth question on each card is a creative thinking question such as writing sentences using words/phrases from the story, describing something from the story, explaining what might happen next, describing a real-life event that is connected to the story, asking an opinion on the story or character from the story. Age-appropriate helper cards provide background information to help children respond knowledgeably to the comprehension questions.

Format: Cards
Length: 138 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: Scholastic

This comprehensive set of comprehension cards encompasses a diverse range of high-interest short passages of text, accompanied by five thoughtfully crafted comprehension questions designed to prompt students to identify and effectively cite textual evidence. The cards are organized into various genres, catering to different reading interests and levels of difficulty. Additionally, comprehension-helper cards provide kid-friendly definitions, tips, and examples, aiding students in mastering essential reading skills.

Each card features a passage of age-appropriate text accompanied by an illustration, and five comprehension questions related to the passage. The 10 different question types in this fiction box include:

Cause and Effect: Questions that focus on an event or action that triggers a specific outcome or consequence in a story.

Character: Questions that delve into the characters, their traits, motivations, and relationships within the story.

Conflict and Resolution: Questions that explore the central problem or conflict in a story and the various solutions or outcomes that result.

Figurative Language: Questions that examine words and phrases with figurative meanings, often requiring students to interpret and analyze their deeper significance.

Inference: Questions that encourage students to draw conclusions about a story based on clues provided in the text and their prior knowledge.

Prediction: Questions that task students with using their understanding of the text to make sensible guesses about what might happen in the future.

Setting: Questions that focus on the backdrop or environment of a story, including the time period, location, and cultural context.

Text Evidence: Questions that require students to identify specific words, phrases, or sentences in the text that provide information, answer a question, or support a claim.

Theme: Questions that explore the overarching theme or overarching message of a story, often conveyed through the title, setting, symbols, and the actions, growth, and transformations of the characters.

Vocabulary: Hints that readers use to decipher the meaning of unfamiliar words in a text, including contextual clues that can provide additional insights.

By incorporating these diverse question types, the comprehension cards offer a comprehensive and engaging approach to reading comprehension, fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deeper understanding of literary texts. Whether used in classroom environments, homeschooling the classroom, or as a supplementary resource, these cards are an invaluable tool for educators and students alike.

Weight: 984g
Dimension: 132 x 211 x 51 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702308536