Max Big Help Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Max's Big Help
[1] Max was outside. He saw a little bird on the grass. The bird could not fly. It had a hurt wing. Max felt sad for the bird.
[2] "I can help you," Max said. He picked up the bird with care. He put it in a warm box. Max gave the bird some clean water.
[3] Max did not go play with his friends. He stayed home all day. He watched the bird to make sure it was safe.
[4] The next morning, the bird chirped. It flew out of the box and up into a big tree. Max smiled. He was glad he helped.
1. Where did Max find the little bird?
2. Why did Max stay home instead of playing with his friends?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Max likes to play outside in the grass.
B. Max helps a hurt bird get better.
C. Max wants to get a new pet bird.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. Which word best describes Max?
A. Helpful
B. Angry
C. Scared
Give an example from the story that shows Max is this word:
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Max Big Help Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (ANSWER KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Max's Big Help
[1] Max was outside. He saw a little bird on the grass. The bird could not fly. It had a hurt wing. Max felt sad for the bird.
[2] "I can help you," Max said. He picked up the bird with care. He put it in a warm box. Max gave the bird some clean water.
[3] Max did not go play with his friends. He stayed home all day. He watched the bird to make sure it was safe.
[4] The next morning, the bird chirped. It flew out of the box and up into a big tree. Max smiled. He was glad he helped.
1. Where did Max find the little bird?
Max found the little bird on the grass.
(Accept: "on the grass", "outside on the grass")
2. Why did Max stay home instead of playing with his friends?
He wanted to stay and watch the bird to make sure it was safe.
(Accept: "to help/take care of the bird", "to keep the bird safe")
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Max likes to play outside in the grass.
B. Max helps a hurt bird get better. Correct Answer
C. Max wants to get a new pet bird.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Max picked up the bird with care and put it in a warm box.
(Accept: "He gave it clean water", "The next morning, the bird flew into a big tree")
5. Which word best describes Max?
A. Helpful Correct Answer
B. Angry
C. Scared
Give an example from the story that shows Max is this word:
Max saw the bird had a hurt wing. He stayed home and did not go
play with his friends so he could make sure the bird was safe.
(Accept any mention of helping the bird, giving water, or staying home.)
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Liz Lost Car Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Liz's Lost Car
[1] Liz was in the park. She saw a boy named Ben. Ben was sad. He could not find his toy car.
[2] "I can look with you," Liz said. She looked under the park bench. She looked in the green grass.
[3] Liz found the red car near some flowers. She ran to Ben and gave it to him. Ben had a big smile.
[4] Liz did not keep the car. She asked Ben to play with her. They had fun playing in the park.
1. What toy was Ben looking for?
2. How did Liz show she was a good friend?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Parks are fun places to run.
B. Liz helps a sad boy find his toy.
C. Ben likes to play with red cars.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. Which word best describes Liz?
A. Kind
B. Mad
C. Quiet
Give an example from the story that shows Liz is this word:
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Liz Lost Car Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (FORM B KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Liz's Lost Car
[1] Liz was in the park. She saw a boy named Ben. Ben was sad. He could not find his toy car.
[2] "I can look with you," Liz said. She looked under the park bench. She looked in the green grass.
[3] Liz found the red car near some flowers. She ran to Ben and gave it to him. Ben had a big smile.
[4] Liz did not keep the car. She asked Ben to play with her. They had fun playing in the park.
1. What toy was Ben looking for?
Ben was looking for his toy car.
(Accept: "his toy car", "a red car", "his car")
2. How did Liz show she was a good friend?
She helped him look for his toy and asked him to play with her.
(Accept: "by looking with him", "by giving him the car", "playing with him")
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Answer Key (Continued) Form B Answer Key
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Parks are fun places to run.
B. Liz helps a sad boy find his toy. Correct Answer
C. Ben likes to play with red cars.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Liz looked under the bench and in the grass to find the red car.
(Accept: "She found the car near some flowers", "She ran to Ben and gave it to him")
5. Which word best describes Liz?
A. Kind Correct Answer
B. Mad
C. Quiet
Give an example from the story that shows Liz is this word:
Liz helped a sad boy look for his car, gave it back to him, and
then she invited him to play with her in the park.
(Accept: any mention of her helping him find the car or playing with him.)
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Leo Brave Help Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Leo's Brave Help
[1] Leo was a little bear. He lived in the big woods. One day, a big wind blew. A heavy branch fell on a rabbit's home.
[2] The little rabbit was stuck inside. It was scared and began to cry. Leo heard the rabbit.
[3] "Do not cry," Leo said. Leo was small, but he did not run away. He pulled the heavy branch with all his might.
[4] The branch moved! The rabbit jumped out and hugged Leo. Leo was glad he did not give up.
1. Where did Leo live?
2. Why was the rabbit scared?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Leo likes to live in the big woods.
B. A brave bear helps a stuck rabbit.
C. Rabbits are scared of the wind.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. Which word best describes Leo?
A. Brave
B. Sleepy
C. Fast
Give an example from the story that shows Leo is this word:
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Leo Brave Help Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (FORM C KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Leo's Brave Help
[1] Leo was a little bear. He lived in the big woods. One day, a big wind blew. A heavy branch fell on a rabbit's home.
[2] The little rabbit was stuck inside. It was scared and began to cry. Leo heard the rabbit.
[3] "Do not cry," Leo said. Leo was small, but he did not run away. He pulled the heavy branch with all his might.
[4] The branch moved! The rabbit jumped out and hugged Leo. Leo was glad he did not give up.
1. Where did Leo live?
Leo lived in the big woods.
(Accept: "in the big woods", "the woods", "big woods")
2. Why was the rabbit scared?
A heavy branch fell on its house and it was stuck inside.
(Accept: "it was stuck inside", "a branch fell on its home")
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Answer Key (Continued) Form C Answer Key
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Leo likes to live in the big woods.
B. A brave bear helps a stuck rabbit. Correct Answer
C. Rabbits are scared of the wind.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Leo pulled the heavy branch with all his might to save the rabbit.
(Accept: "He did not run away", "The rabbit jumped out and hugged Leo")
5. Which word best describes Leo?
A. Brave Correct Answer
B. Sleepy
C. Fast
Give an example from the story that shows Leo is this word:
Leo was small, but he did not run away from the heavy branch. He
worked very hard to move the branch so the rabbit could get out.
(Accept: any mention of Leo not running away, or pulling the heavy branch.)
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Mia Best Gift Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Mia's Best Gift
[1] Mia was seven years old. Today was her big day. She got a sweet little dog as a gift.
[2] "I will take good care of you," Mia said. She got a soft red bed for the dog. She put water in its blue bowl.
[3] Mia did not watch TV or play games. She spent all afternoon teaching her dog how to sit. She brushed its soft brown fur.
[4] The dog wagged its tail and licked Mia's hand. Mia smiled. She knew she had a best friend for life.
1. What did Mia get as a gift?
2. How do you know the dog liked Mia?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Mia likes to watch TV and play games.
B. Mia learns how to paint a dog bed.
C. Mia takes good care of her new dog.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. Which word best describes Mia?
A. Caring
B. Lazy
C. Silly
Give an example from the story that shows Mia is this word:
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Mia Best Gift Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (FORM D KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Mia's Best Gift
[1] Mia was seven years old. Today was her big day. She got a sweet little dog as a gift.
[2] "I will take good care of you," Mia said. She got a soft red bed for the dog. She put water in its blue bowl.
[3] Mia did not watch TV or play games. She spent all afternoon teaching her dog how to sit. She brushed its soft brown fur.
[4] The dog wagged its tail and licked Mia's hand. Mia smiled. She knew she had a best friend for life.
1. What did Mia get as a gift?
Mia got a sweet little dog as a gift.
(Accept: "a sweet dog", "a little dog", "a pet puppy/dog")
2. How do you know the dog liked Mia?
The story says the dog wagged its tail and licked Mia's hand.
(Accept: "it licked her", "it wagged its tail")
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Answer Key (Continued) Form D Answer Key
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Mia likes to watch TV and play games.
B. Mia learns how to paint a dog bed.
C. Mia takes good care of her new dog. Correct Answer
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Mia got a soft red bed for the dog and put water in its bowl.
(Accept: "She spent the afternoon teaching it to sit", "She brushed its fur")
5. Which word best describes Mia?
A. Caring Correct Answer
B. Lazy
C. Silly
Give an example from the story that shows Mia is this word:
Mia got her dog a warm bed and water, and she brushed its soft
fur. She spent all day teaching it to sit instead of playing games.
(Accept: any mention of her feeding, brushing, or training the dog.)
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Ned Heavy Box Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Ned's Heavy Box
[1] Ned was at school. He saw his teacher, Miss Lane. She had a very big box in her hands. The box was heavy.
[2] Miss Lane was tired. "Can I help you?" Ned asked. He walked up with a big smile.
[3] Ned took one side of the heavy box. He walked slow and careful. He did not drop the box or complain.
[4] They put the box on Miss Lane's desk. Miss Lane said thank you. Ned was glad he could help his teacher.
1. Who was Ned's teacher?
2. Why did Ned need to walk slow and careful?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Ned drops a box at school.
B. Ned is late for his class.
C. Ned helps his teacher carry a heavy box.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. Which word best describes Ned?
A. Polite
B. Angry
C. Lazy
Give an example from the story that shows Ned is this word:
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Ned Heavy Box Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (FORM E KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Ned's Heavy Box
[1] Ned was at school. He saw his teacher, Miss Lane. She had a very big box in her hands. The box was heavy.
[2] Miss Lane was tired. "Can I help you?" Ned asked. He walked up with a big smile.
[3] Ned took one side of the heavy box. He walked slow and careful. He did not drop the box or complain.
[4] They put the box on Miss Lane's desk. Miss Lane said thank you. Ned was glad he could help his teacher.
1. Who was Ned's teacher?
Ned's teacher was Miss Lane.
(Accept: "Miss Lane", "Ms. Lane")
2. Why did Ned need to walk slow and careful?
The box was heavy, and he did not want to drop it.
(Accept: "because it was heavy", "so he doesn't drop it", "it was hard to carry")
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Answer Key (Continued) Form E Answer Key
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Ned drops a box at school.
B. Ned is late for his class.
C. Ned helps his teacher carry a heavy box. Correct Answer
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Ned took one side of the box and they put it on Miss Lane's desk.
(Accept: "He asked 'Can I help you?'", "The box was heavy and big")
5. Which word best describes Ned?
A. Polite Correct Answer
B. Angry
C. Lazy
Give an example from the story that shows Ned is this word:
Ned smiled and said, "Can I help you?" when he saw his teacher was
tired, and he did not drop the box or complain while carrying it.
(Accept: any mention of Ned asking to help, smiling, or not complaining.)
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Zack Good Idea Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Zack's Good Idea
[1] Zack was at the pond. He saw some trash in the water. The water did not look clean. The ducks were sad.
[2] "We must clean up," Zack said. He did not sit down. He had a great plan.
[3] Zack got his friends together. They all got big bags. Zack led the team. They picked up all the trash.
[4] Soon, the pond was beautiful and clean. The ducks swam around and chirped. Zack felt proud of his team.
1. Where was Zack?
2. Why were the ducks sad?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Ducks like to swim in clean ponds.
B. Zack and his friends work together to clean the pond.
C. Zack saw a big frog at the pond.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. Which word best describes Zack?
A. Leader
B. Sad
C. Tired
Give an example from the story that shows Zack is this word:
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Zack Good Idea Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (FORM F KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Zack's Good Idea
[1] Zack was at the pond. He saw some trash in the water. The water did not look clean. The ducks were sad.
[2] "We must clean up," Zack said. He did not sit down. He had a great plan.
[3] Zack got his friends together. They all got big bags. Zack led the team. They picked up all the trash.
[4] Soon, the pond was beautiful and clean. The ducks swam around and chirped. Zack felt proud of his team.
1. Where was Zack?
Zack was at the pond.
(Accept: "at the pond", "pond", "near the pond")
2. Why were the ducks sad?
There was trash in the water and it was not clean.
(Accept: "the water was dirty/not clean", "because of the trash")
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Answer Key (Continued) Form F Answer Key
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Ducks like to swim in clean ponds.
B. Zack and his friends work together to clean the pond. Correct Answer
C. Zack saw a big frog at the pond.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Zack got his friends together, they got bags, and picked up the trash.
(Accept: "Soon, the pond was beautiful and clean", "Zack led the team")
5. Which word best describes Zack?
A. Leader Correct Answer
B. Sad
C. Tired
Give an example from the story that shows Zack is this word:
Zack got his friends together, got big bags, and led the team to
pick up all the trash at the pond instead of sitting down.
(Accept: any mention of him gathering friends, having a plan, or leading the team.)
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Sam New Friend Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Sam's New Friend
[1] Sam was at the park. He saw a new boy. The boy sat alone on a red bench. He looked sad. Sam wanted to make him feel happy.
[2] Sam ran to the boy. "My name is Sam," he said with a warm smile. "Do you want to play catch with my blue ball?"
[3] The boy smiled. "I am Ben," he said. Ben got up from the bench. He grabbed the ball. They threw it back and forth.
[4] They played for a long time. Ben was not sad anymore. Sam was glad he found a new friend to play with at the park.
1. Where was Sam when he saw the new boy?
2. Why did Sam go talk to the new boy?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Ben likes to sit on the red bench.
B. Sam helps a new boy feel happy at the park.
C. Sam loses his favorite blue ball.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. What does the story mean when it says Sam had a "warm smile" in paragraph 2?
A. A hot smile that feels warm like the sun.
B. A friendly and kind smile.
C. A smile that means you want to go home.
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Sam?
A. Kind
B. Angry
C. Scared
Give an example from the story that shows Sam is this word:
7. How did Ben feel at the end of the story? Write how you know.
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Sam New Friend Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (ANSWER KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Sam's New Friend
[1] Sam was at the park. He saw a new boy. The boy sat alone on a red bench. He looked sad. Sam wanted to make him feel happy.
[2] Sam ran to the boy. "My name is Sam," he said with a warm smile. "Do you want to play catch with my blue ball?"
[3] The boy smiled. "I am Ben," he said. Ben got up from the bench. He grabbed the ball. They threw it back and forth.
[4] They played for a long time. Ben was not sad anymore. Sam was glad he found a new friend to play with at the park.
1. Where was Sam when he saw the new boy?
Sam was at the park.
(Accept: "at the park", "playing at the park")
2. Why did Sam go talk to the new boy?
The boy was sitting alone and looked sad, and Sam wanted to make him happy.
(Accept: "to make him happy", "because he was sad", "to play catch")
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Ben likes to sit on the red bench.
B. Sam helps a new boy feel happy at the park. Correct Answer
C. Sam loses his favorite blue ball.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Sam asked Ben to play catch with his blue ball, and then Ben smiled.
(Accept: "Ben was not sad anymore", "They played catch", "Sam ran to the boy")
5. What does the story mean when it says Sam had a "warm smile" in paragraph 2?
A. A hot smile that feels warm like the sun.
B. A friendly and kind smile. Correct Answer
C. A smile that means you want to go home.
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Sam?
A. Kind Correct Answer
B. Angry
C. Scared
Give an example from the story that shows Sam is this word:
Sam ran to the boy and asked him to play catch because he saw the boy was sad.
(Accept any mention of Sam asking Ben to play, smiling, or trying to help him feel happy.)
7. How did Ben feel at the end of the story? Write how you know.
Ben felt happy / not sad anymore because he smiled, grabbed the ball,
and played catch with Sam for a long time.
Kim Lost Toy Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Kim's Lost Toy
[1] Kim was in her yard. She saw a small teddy bear on the grass. The bear had a wet face from the morning rain. It looked lost. Kim felt sad for the bear.
[2] "I can help find your home," Kim said. She picked up the bear with care. She wiped its face with a soft towel. She put a little red ribbon on its neck.
[3] Kim went down the street with her mom. She knocked on three doors. She asked if anyone lost a brown teddy bear. No one said yes.
[4] Then, a little girl named Mia saw Kim. Mia cried out and ran to get the bear. Mia hugged it tight. Kim smiled. She was happy she helped.
1. Where did Kim find the small teddy bear?
2. Why did the teddy bear have a wet face?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Kim likes to play outside in the yard with her mom.
B. Kim finds a lost teddy bear and helps find its owner.
C. Mia gets a new red ribbon for her hair.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. What does the story mean when it says Kim picked up the bear "with care" in paragraph 2?
A. In a safe and gentle way.
B. Very fast and with a loud noise.
C. To drop it back down on the floor.
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
Name:
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Kim?
A. Unkind
B. Caring
C. Angry
Give an example from the story that shows Kim is this word:
7. How did Mia feel when she saw Kim had the bear? Write how you know.
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Kim Lost Toy Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (ANSWER KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Kim's Lost Toy
[1] Kim was in her yard. She saw a small teddy bear on the grass. The bear had a wet face from the morning rain. It looked lost. Kim felt sad for the bear.
[2] "I can help find your home," Kim said. She picked up the bear with care. She wiped its face with a soft towel. She put a little red ribbon on its neck.
[3] Kim went down the street with her mom. She knocked on three doors. She asked if anyone lost a brown teddy bear. No one said yes.
[4] Then, a little girl named Mia saw Kim. Mia cried out and ran to get the bear. Mia hugged it tight. Kim smiled. She was happy she helped.
1. Where did Kim find the small teddy bear?
Kim found the teddy bear on the grass in her yard.
(Accept: "on the grass", "in her yard")
2. Why did the teddy bear have a wet face?
The bear had a wet face because of the morning rain.
(Accept: "because it rained", "from the morning rain")
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Kim likes to play outside in the yard with her mom.
B. Kim finds a lost teddy bear and helps find its owner. Correct Answer
C. Mia gets a new red ribbon for her hair.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Kim went down the street with her mom and knocked on three doors.
(Accept: "Mia ran and hugged it", "Kim looked for the owner", "Kim wiped its face")
5. What does the story mean when it says Kim picked up the bear "with care" in paragraph 2?
A. In a safe and gentle way. Correct Answer
B. Very fast and with a loud noise.
C. To drop it back down on the floor.
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Kim?
A. Unkind
B. Caring Correct Answer
C. Angry
Give an example from the story that shows Kim is this word:
Kim felt sad for the lost bear, wiped its face, and went around the
neighborhood to find its owner.
(Accept any mention of Kim cleaning the bear, knocking on doors, or helping.)
7. How did Mia feel when she saw Kim had the bear? Write how you know.
Jan Big Race Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Jan's Big Race
[1] Jan was ready for the big race. She wanted to win a gold cup. She stretched her legs on the green grass. All the kids stood at the start line.
[2] A loud whistle blew. Jan ran as fast as she could. She was in front of everyone! Then, her friend Pip fell down on the dirt track.
[3] Jan stopped running. She did not keep going to the finish line. She walked back to Pip. "Are you okay?" she asked Pip.
[4] Jan helped Pip stand up. They walked to the end of the track together. Jan did not win the gold cup, but she felt happy inside.
1. What did Jan want to win at the start of the race?
2. Why did Jan stop running during the race?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Jan stretched her legs on the green grass.
B. Jan helps her friend instead of just trying to win the race.
C. Pip is the fastest runner in the big school race.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. What does the story mean when it mentions the "dirt track" in paragraph 2?
A. A muddy road for big trucks to drive on.
B. A path made of ground or dirt used for running.
C. A messy kitchen table with spilled food.
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
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Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Jan?
A. Friendly and helpful
B. Angry
C. Unfriendly
Give an example from the story that shows Jan is this word:
7. Why did Jan feel happy inside at the end of the story even though she did not win? Write your answer.
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Jan Big Race Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (ANSWER KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Jan's Big Race
[1] Jan was ready for the big race. She wanted to win a gold cup. She stretched her legs on the green grass. All the kids stood at the start line.
[2] A loud whistle blew. Jan ran as fast as she could. She was in front of everyone! Then, her friend Pip fell down on the dirt track.
[3] Jan stopped running. She did not keep going to the finish line. She walked back to Pip. "Are you okay?" she asked Pip.
[4] Jan helped Pip stand up. They walked to the end of the track together. Jan did not win the gold cup, but she felt happy inside.
1. What did Jan want to win at the start of the race?
Jan wanted to win a gold cup.
(Accept: "a gold cup", "the race")
2. Why did Jan stop running during the race?
Her friend Pip fell down, and Jan wanted to help her and make sure she was okay.
(Accept: "because Pip fell", "to help Pip", "to ask if Pip was okay")
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Jan stretched her legs on the green grass.
B. Jan helps her friend instead of just trying to win the race. Correct Answer
C. Pip is the fastest runner in the big school race.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Jan stopped running, walked back to Pip, and helped Pip stand up.
(Accept: "They walked to the end together", "Jan asked 'Are you okay?'")
5. What does the story mean when it mentions the "dirt track" in paragraph 2?
A. A muddy road for big trucks to drive on.
B. A path made of ground or dirt used for running. Correct Answer
C. A messy kitchen table with spilled food.
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Jan?
A. Friendly and helpful Correct Answer
B. Angry
C. Unfriendly
Give an example from the story that shows Jan is this word:
Jan stopped running to walk back and ask Pip if she was okay, then she
helped her stand up and walk to the finish line.
(Accept any mention of Jan stopping, helping Pip stand, or walking with Pip.)
Tom New Bike Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Tom's New Bike
[1] Tom got a new red bike. He was excited to ride it. But when he tried, he fell down on the grey sidewalk.
[2] "Do not give up," said his dad. His dad held the back of the bike. Tom got back on. He put his feet on the black pedals.
[3] Tom practiced for an hour. His legs were tired, and his knees were dusty. He did not stop trying.
[4] Soon, Tom could ride all by himself. He rode down to the big oak tree and back. Tom was proud of his hard work.
1. What color is Tom's new bike?
2. Why did Tom's dad hold the back of the bike?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
Name:
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Tom rides his bike to a big oak tree on a sunny day.
B. Tom practices and learns how to ride his new bike.
C. Tom's dad gets a new red helmet for Tom.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. What does the story mean when it says Tom was "excited" in paragraph 1?
A. Feeling very happy and thrilled about something.
B. Feeling very sleepy and tired after playing outside.
C. Feeling angry and wanting to cry.
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
Name:
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Tom?
A. Determined (does not give up)
B. Lazy
C. Quiet
Give an example from the story that shows Tom is this word:
7. Why was Tom proud of himself at the end of the story? Write your answer.
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Tom New Bike Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (ANSWER KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Tom's New Bike
[1] Tom got a new red bike. He was excited to ride it. But when he tried, he fell down on the grey sidewalk.
[2] "Do not give up," said his dad. His dad held the back of the bike. Tom got back on. He put his feet on the black pedals.
[3] Tom practiced for an hour. His legs were tired, and his knees were dusty. He did not stop trying.
[4] Soon, Tom could ride all by himself. He rode down to the big oak tree and back. Tom was proud of his hard work.
1. What color is Tom's new bike?
Tom's new bike is red.
(Accept: "red", "it is red")
2. Why did Tom's dad hold the back of the bike?
To help Tom stay balanced and not fall after he just fell down.
(Accept: "to help him learn", "to keep him safe", "to help him ride")
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Tom rides his bike to a big oak tree on a sunny day.
B. Tom practices and learns how to ride his new bike. Correct Answer
C. Tom's dad gets a new red helmet for Tom.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Tom practiced for an hour and did not stop trying until he could ride.
(Accept: "He rode to the big oak tree and back", "His dad said do not give up")
5. What does the story mean when it says Tom was "excited" in paragraph 1?
A. Feeling very happy and thrilled about something. Correct Answer
B. Feeling very sleepy and tired after playing outside.
C. Feeling angry and wanting to cry.
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Tom?
A. Determined (does not give up) Correct Answer
B. Lazy
C. Quiet
Give an example from the story that shows Tom is this word:
Even though he fell and his knees were dusty and tired, Tom practiced
for an hour and did not stop trying.
(Accept any mention of Tom practicing, not stopping, or continuing after falling.)
7. Why was Tom proud of himself at the end of the story? Write your answer.
Tom was proud of himself because he worked very hard and finally learned
Pam Warm Coat Assessment Name:
Date:
Reading Assessment
Story & Questions 1-2
Pam's Warm Coat
[1] Pam went out to play in the white snow. She wore her warm red coat. The air was very cold.
[2] She saw her little brother Tim. Tim did not have a coat. He was shaking from the cold wind. His nose was red.
[3] "Take my coat," Pam said. She zipped her warm red coat onto Tim. Tim stopped shaking. He smiled.
[4] Pam was cold, but they went inside to drink hot soup. Pam felt happy because her brother was warm.
1. What color is Pam's warm coat?
2. Why was Tim shaking when he was outside?
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
Name:
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Pam likes to play in the cold snow all day long.
B. Pam shares her warm coat to keep her brother safe from the cold.
C. Tim wants to buy a new red jacket for school.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
5. What does the story mean when it says Tim was "shaking" in paragraph 2?
A. Shaking hands to say hello to Pam.
B. Moving or shivering quickly because he was very cold.
C. Jumping up and down because he was happy.
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Reading Assessment (Continued)
Name:
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Pam?
A. Kind and sharing
B. Angry
C. Forgetful
Give an example from the story that shows Pam is this word:
7. Why did Pam feel happy inside at the end of the story? Write your answer.
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Pam Warm Coat Answer Key Name:
TEACHER ANSWER KEY
Date:
June 2026
Reading Assessment (ANSWER KEY)
Story & Suggested Answers
Pam's Warm Coat
[1] Pam went out to play in the white snow. She wore her warm red coat. The air was very cold.
[2] She saw her little brother Tim. Tim did not have a coat. He was shaking from the cold wind. His nose was red.
[3] "Take my coat," Pam said. She zipped her warm red coat onto Tim. Tim stopped shaking. He smiled.
[4] Pam was cold, but they went inside to drink hot soup. Pam felt happy because her brother was warm.
1. What color is Pam's warm coat?
Pam's warm coat is red.
(Accept: "red", "it is red")
2. Why was Tim shaking when he was outside?
Tim was shaking because he did not have a coat, and the wind was very cold.
(Accept: "because he was cold", "he did not have a coat")
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 3-5
3. What is the main idea of this story?
A. Pam likes to play in the cold snow all day long.
B. Pam shares her warm coat to keep her brother safe from the cold. Correct Answer
C. Tim wants to buy a new red jacket for school.
4. Write one detail from the story that shows your answer in question 3 is correct.
Pam took off her warm coat and zipped it onto her little brother Tim.
(Accept: "Tim stopped shaking", "Pam felt happy because her brother was warm")
5. What does the story mean when it says Tim was "shaking" in paragraph 2?
A. Shaking hands to say hello to Pam.
B. Moving or shivering quickly because he was very cold. Correct Answer
C. Jumping up and down because he was happy.
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Answer Key (Continued) Grade 3 (Level 1 Reading)
Questions 6-7
6. Which word best describes Pam?
A. Kind and sharing Correct Answer
B. Angry
C. Forgetful
Give an example from the story that shows Pam is this word:
Pam saw her brother was cold and shivering, so she gave him her own warm
red coat even though she would be cold herself.
(Accept any mention of Pam giving her coat to Tim, sharing, or zipping the coat onto him.)
7. Why did Pam feel happy inside at the end of the story? Write your answer.
Pam felt happy inside because her little brother Tim was warm and safe from
