The Pumpkin That Wouldn't Smile — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 1
- 2
Standards
- RL.1.1
- RL.2.1
PRINT+DIGITAL RESOURCE
This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksheet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.
About This Reader
In Old Farmer Joe's pumpkin patch, one pumpkin named Grumpy refuses to smile, no matter how Joe carves it. The story takes a delightful turn when little Timmy visits on Halloween night. Through Timmy's playful interactions, Grumpy unexpectedly bursts into laughter, transforming into the brightest jack-o'-lantern in the patch. This charming Halloween tale explores themes of persistence, kindness, and the power of a simple smile. The vivid descriptions of the pumpkin patch and the characters' actions make this story an excellent resource for teaching young readers about setting, character development, and narrative progression, aligning perfectly with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3 standards for first-grade reading comprehension.
Perfect For:
👩🏫 Teachers
- • Reading comprehension practice
- • Auto-graded assessments
- • Literacy skill development
👨👩👧👦 Parents
- • Reading practice at home
- • Comprehension improvement
- • Educational reading time
🏠 Homeschoolers
- • Reading curriculum support
- • Independent reading practice
- • Progress monitoring
Reading Features:
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Reading Passage
Engaging fiction or nonfiction text
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Comprehension Quiz
Auto-graded questions
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Instant Feedback
Immediate results and scoring
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Printable Version
Download for offline reading
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Read Aloud
Voice-over with word highlighting
