Main Idea
Theme
Vocab
Character Traits
Poetry
100

Bees are important insects. They collect nectar from flowers and use it to make honey. As they move from flower to flower, they help plants grow by spreading pollen. Without bees, many plants would not survive.

Bees are important because they help plants grow and make honey.

100

A boy lies and loses his friends trust.

It’s important to be honest

100

What is theme?

What the story is trying to tell us. 
100

A boy is not afraid to stand up for someone being bullied. What trait does he show?

A. nervous
B. brave
C. quiet
D. confused  

Brave

100

What is rhyming?

Words that sound the same at the end.

200

In the fall, leaves change colors from green to red, orange, and yellow. This happens because the trees stop making chlorophyll. As the green color fades, the other colors show through. Many people enjoy watching the leaves change each year.

Leaves change color in the fall, and people enjoy this seasonal change.

200

A girl keeps practicing and gets better at soccer.

Practice helps you improve.

200

What is main idea?

What the story is mostly about.

200

 A character shares her lunch with a friend who forgot theirs. What trait does she show? 

A. selfish
B. generous
C. lazy
D. shy

Generous

200

What is the purpose of a poem?

Toi express feelings or ideas.

300

Dogs are popular pets all over the world. They can be trained to do many jobs, like helping people who cannot see or guarding homes. Dogs also love to play and spend time with their owners. Many families choose dogs because they are loyal and friendly.

Dogs are helpful and friendly pets that people enjoy having.

300

Two characters work together to solve a problem.

Teamwork is important.

300

What is a stanza?

A group of line in a poem that belong together. 

300

A boy keeps trying to solve a hard puzzle even when it takes a long time. What trait does he show?

A. careless
B. impatient
C. determined
D. rude

Determined

300

The sun peeks out, the sky is bright,
Birds are singing with pure delight.
I walk outside with steps so slow,
Watching flowers start to grow. 

What time of day is described?

Morning

400

Maria practiced the piano every day after school. At first, it was hard for her to remember all the notes. Over time, she got better and better. Soon, she was able to play songs smoothly and even perform for her family.

Practicing regularly helped Maria improve her piano playing.

400

A boy is afraid to try riding his bike without training wheels. After watching his friends have fun, he decides to try. He falls at first but keeps going. Soon, he learns how to ride on his own.

Trying new things can be scary, but you can succeed if you don’t give up.

400

What is central focus?

The most important idea that author wants you to understand. 

400

A character never wants to help others and only thinks about themselves. What trait is this?

A. helpful
B. selfish
C. friendly
D. brave

Selfish

400

My best friend shares her toys with me,
We laugh and climb the tallest tree.
When I am sad, she’s always there,
She shows me kindness, love, and care.

What trait does the friend show?  

Kind, caring and friendly. 

500

Rainforests are warm, wet places filled with many kinds of plants and animals. Tall trees form a thick canopy that blocks sunlight from reaching the ground. Many animals live in the trees, while others live on the forest floor. Rainforests are one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth.

Rainforests are rich environments with many different plants and animals.

500

Two sisters both want the same toy and begin to argue. Later, they decide to take turns and play together. They end up having more fun than before.

Sharing leads to better outcomes than arguing. 

500

What are character traits?

Words that describe a character's personality or behavior. 

500

A girl tells the truth even when she might get in trouble. What trait does she show?

A. honest
B. sneaky
C. mean
D. forgetful  

Honest

500

A little cat with eyes so green,
The softest fur I’ve ever seen.
She naps all day upon my bed,
Then chases strings all through my shed. 

What is the poem mostly about?

A cat and what it does.