Description
Bring reading to life with this engaging set of 10 animal-themed reading comprehension worksheets designed specifically for Grade 1 learners. Each story features a relatable pet or animal adventure and is followed by a set of developmentally-appropriate comprehension questions.
What’s Included:
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10 original short fiction passages (1 per worksheet)
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Each worksheet includes:
▸ 2 multiple-choice questions (with 3 answer choices)
▸ 2 true/false questions
▸ 1 fill-in-the-blank question -
Full answer key with CCSS alignment
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Bright, clean illustrations (optional use)
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Ready-to-print PDF format
Story Titles and Summaries:
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The Lost Kitten – Mia finds a kitten under the porch and helps it feel safe.
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Max and the Goldfish – Max learns to clean his pet goldfish’s tank.
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Benny the Barking Dog – Benny barks at a raccoon and keeps the house safe.
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A Rabbit in the Garden – Lily spots a rabbit near Grandma’s carrots.
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The Talking Parrot – Sam is surprised when his parrot repeats “Good morning!”
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Fuzzy at the Vet – Amy takes her sick hamster to the vet for medicine.
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Turtle Time – Jay feeds the class turtle and learns about responsibility.
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Where Did Fluffy Go? – Fluffy the cat hides to avoid bath time.
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Jake and the Duck Pond – Jake learns crackers aren’t good for ducks.
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A New Puppy for Tim – Tim receives a puppy for his birthday and learns how to care for it.
Educational Benefits:
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Supports reading fluency and comprehension
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Builds vocabulary and attention to key details
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Encourages empathy and connection through animal-based stories
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Ideal for independent reading, homework, centers, or small groups
Standards Alignment:
Aligned with Common Core Standards:
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RL.1.1 – Ask and answer questions about key details in a text
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RL.1.3 – Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story
Perfect For:
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Grade 1 classrooms
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Homeschool reading curriculum
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Reading intervention
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ESL/EFL support
Format:
Digital download (PDF)
Answer key included
No prep required – just print and go!
