Count of All the Crows in the Kingdom—Short Story Worksheet

Grades
5
Standards
RL.5.10
Formats
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About the "Count of All the Crows in the Kingdom" Worksheet

Count of All the Crows in the Kingdom brings to life a classic tale about Emperor Akbar and his wise advisor Birbal, teaching valuable lessons about creative problem-solving and quick thinking. This interactive and printable worksheet, that aligns with the Common Core State Standards, Count of All the Crows in the Kingdom, helps students explore how wisdom and wit can overcome seemingly impossible challenges. Through the story's engaging narrative, students learn about the importance of clever reasoning and innovative solutions while developing their reading comprehension skills.

The worksheet features multiple-choice questions that guide students through analyzing character traits, understanding different types of meaning, and evaluating problem-solving approaches. Students examine how Birbal's creative responses demonstrate both intelligence and diplomacy, while also learning to identify literal versus figurative meanings in text. The questions encourage critical thinking about the relationship between ruler and advisor, the value of quick wit, and the importance of finding creative solutions to complex problems.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Understanding creative problem-solving strategies
  • Identifying different types of meaning in text
  • Analyzing character traits and motivations
  • Recognizing the value of wit and wisdom

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will analyze character responses to challenges
  • Students will distinguish between literal and figurative meaning
  • Students will evaluate problem-solving techniques
  • Students will understand the importance of creative thinking

Cognitive

  • This interactive worksheet develops analytical thinking skills
  • Enhances understanding of problem-solving strategies

Psychomotor

  • The worksheet encourages active reading engagement
  • Develops skills in written response selection

Affective

  • This interactive worksheet builds appreciation for wisdom and wit
  • Develops understanding of diplomatic problem-solving

Reinforce

  • The worksheet promotes discussion about creative solutions
  • Encourages appreciation for different approaches to problems

Tags

folktales, problem-solving, critical thinking, reading comprehension, character analysis, creative solutions, wisdom stories, Indian folklore, Akbar and Birbal, literal meaning, figurative meaning, quick thinking, diplomatic solutions, cultural stories, educational tales

Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Neha Goel Tripathi
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Illustrated by: Sagar Kumar

Common core standards covered

RL.5.10
By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poetry, at the high end of the grades 4–5 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

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