Children read one short sentence at a time, such as The fish is in the tank, and answer a who, what or where question about it. Then they pick the sentence that makes sense from three choices, spotting silly or jumbled ones. This early reading comprehension worksheet helps children read for meaning, not just sound out words.
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Curriculum: New Zealand Curriculum. We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.
Completed: Read and Match: Simple Sentences
Year 1 students (typically ages 5–6) working on reading comprehension. It is pitched at getting started.
Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with model answers and success criteria where there is more than one good answer. You can also view the answers online.
About 12 minutes for 10 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.
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Try Yes or No? Read and Answer.
Success TutoringWorksheetsYear 1 · English · Reading ComprehensionName
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Read slowly and point to each word. After you read, ask yourself: does that make sense?
Read the sentence in bold. Then circle the answer.
Read all three. Circle the sentence that makes sense.
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