Recess Comprehension Assessment Student Worksheet
Reading Assessment
"Swinging at Recess"
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The Story
Colby and his older sister, Ana, love to swing. At their school's playground, there is a swing set. Colby and Ana always play on the swing set at recess.
When they get to the swing set, Colby gets on the swing. It's Ana's turn to push Colby. First, Ana grabs the swing in her hands. Then, she pulls it back as far as she can. Finally, she pushes the swing with all her strength. The swing goes high in the air!
When it's Ana's turn to swing, Colby pushes her lightly. The swing does not go very high. Ana asks Colby to push harder. She wants to go higher! Colby uses all of his energy to push Ana as hard as he can. The swing goes high in the air!
1 What is this story mostly about?
2 Story Details
Where do Colby and Ana play at recess?
They play
at recess.
What does Ana do first when it is her turn to push?
First, Ana
.
How does Colby push Ana the first time?
Colby pushes Ana
.
3 Thinking Deeper
Why do you think Ana asks Colby to push harder?
Ana asks because
How can you tell they enjoy swinging together?
I can tell because
4 Writing Time
Prompt: Write about how they share the swing. Include what they do first, what they do next, and how they feel.
Step 1: Organizer
1. Topic Sentence
2. What they do first...
3. What they do next...
4. Conclusion & Feelings
Step 2: Final Response
Teacher Observations:
