Kindness Passage Pack Document Kindness Quest
Level: Kindergarten (Emergent Reader)
Student Name
Ben Shares
Ben has a big red ball.
Ben goes to the park.
He sees his friend Sam.
Sam does not have a ball.
"Play with me!" says Ben.
Ben and Sam play with the red ball.
They are happy friends.
Show What You Know
1. Who are the characters in the story?
Ben and Sam
A dog and cat
2. Where does the story take place?
At school
At the park
3. What color is Ben's ball?
4. What does Ben say to Sam?
5. How do the boys feel at the end?
Sad
Happy
Kindness Quest
Level: 1st Grade (Early Reader)
Student Name
The New Girl
A new girl named Maya joined our class today. She sat all alone during lunchtime. She looked very shy and did not eat her sandwich. I saw her looking at the playground, but she did not go outside to play.
My friend Leo and I decided to be kind. We walked over to Maya's table. "Hi, Maya! Do you want to play tag with us?" I asked. Maya looked up and smiled a tiny bit. "Yes, please," she said softly.
We ran outside and played all together. Maya is very fast! By the end of recess, Maya was laughing. Being kind made us feel good, too.
Reader Response
1. Who are the characters in this story?
2. Where did the characters go to play tag?
3. Why was Maya sitting alone at first?
She was shy and new to the class.
She wanted to finish her homework.
4. What did the narrator and Leo invite Maya to do?
5. How did the narrator feel about being kind to Maya?
Kindness Quest
Level: 2nd Grade (Fluent Reader)
Student Name
The Secret Garden Project
Mrs. Gable lived in the small blue house at the end of the street. She was very old and walked with a wooden cane. Every summer, her front yard used to be filled with bright yellow sunflowers and purple petunias. But this year, the garden was full of tall weeds. Mrs. Gable hadn't been feeling well enough to take care of it.
Maya and her brother, Toby, noticed the messy garden while walking home from school. "We should help her," Toby whispered. "It would be a kindness surprise!"
The next Saturday morning, they snuck over with their gardening gloves and a small trowel. They spent three hours pulling weeds and watering the dry soil. They even planted a few new daisies they bought with their allowance. Just as they were finishing, Mrs. Gable opened her front door. Her eyes widened, and a giant smile spread across her face. "Oh, my!" she chirped. "The garden looks beautiful again!"
Comprehension Check
1. Who are the three main characters in this story?
2. Where and when does the story take place?
3. What is the main idea of this story?
Two children work hard to help an elderly neighbor.
Sunflowers and petunias are the best flowers to plant.
4. How did Maya and Toby pay for the new daisies?
5. Why do you think the children decided to keep their work a "secret surprise"?
Kindness Answer Key Document Answer Key
Kindness Quest Reading Passages
Kindergarten: Ben Shares
1. Characters: Ben and Sam
2. Setting: At the park
3. Detail (Color): Red
4. Literal (Speech): "Play with me!"
5. Inferential (Feelings): Happy
1st Grade: The New Girl
1. Characters: Maya, Leo, and the narrator (I)
2. Setting: Lunchroom/Cafeteria and the playground
3. Main Idea/Detail: She was shy and new to the class.
4. Literal: They invited her to play tag with them.
5. Inferential: The narrator felt good because being kind is rewarding.
2nd Grade: The Secret Garden Project
1. Characters: Mrs. Gable, Maya, and Toby
2. Setting: Mrs. Gable's yard at the end of the street on a Saturday morning.
3. Main Idea: Two children work hard to help an elderly neighbor.
4. Literal: They used their allowance money.
5. Inferential: They wanted it to be a surprise to make her feel extra special/happy without her worrying about asking for help.
Animal Passage Pack Document Animal Quest
Level: Kindergarten (Emergent Reader)
Student Name
My Cat Pip
I have a cat.
His name is Pip.
Pip is a black cat.
He lives in my house.
Pip likes to nap on the rug.
Meow, meow!
I love my cat Pip.
Animal Facts
1. Who is the main character in the story?
A dog named Pip
A cat named Pip
2. Where does Pip live?
In a house
In a tree
3. What color is Pip?
4. Where does Pip like to nap?
5. Does the narrator like Pip?
Yes
No
Animal Quest
Level: 1st Grade (Early Reader)
Student Name
A Home for Hoppy
One morning, Ben found a small white rabbit in his backyard. The rabbit had long ears and a little pink nose. It looked scared and was hiding under a big green bush. Ben called his mom to see the rabbit.
"He looks lost," Mom said. They decided to call him Hoppy. Ben gave Hoppy a piece of crunchy carrot. Hoppy nibbled on it slowly. Ben and his mom looked around the neighborhood. They saw a sign on a tree that said, "LOST RABBIT."
The sign had a picture of Hoppy! Ben felt happy and sad at the same time. He was happy to find Hoppy's family, but he would miss his new friend.
Reading Check
1. Who are the people in this story?
2. Where did Ben find the rabbit?
3. What does the rabbit look like?
Small and white with long ears.
Big and brown with short ears.
4. What did Ben give the rabbit to eat?
5. Why did Ben feel "happy and sad" at the same time?
Animal Quest
Level: 2nd Grade (Fluent Reader)
Student Name
The Great Forest Mystery
In the heart of Willow Woods, the animals were buzzing with excitement. Every Tuesday, the old hollow oak tree was supposed to be filled with acorns for the squirrels. But this morning, the hollow was completely empty! Silas the Squirrel was very upset. "Where did they go?" he chattered loudly to his neighbor, Oliver the Owl.
Oliver blinked his large, golden eyes. "I saw a shadow moving near the tree at midnight," he hooted. Silas decided to follow the tracks on the ground. They were small and round, leading toward the sparkling Blue Pond. There, he found Bennie the Beaver. Bennie was busy using the acorns to decorate the roof of his new dam!
"Oh, Silas!" Bennie said, looking embarrassed. "I thought these were extra. I wanted my home to look fancy." Silas laughed and helped Bennie find smooth stones to use instead. Bennie promised to return the acorns so the squirrels would have their winter snacks.
Animal Answer Key Document Answer Key
Animal Quest Reading Passages
Kindergarten: My Cat Pip
1. Character: A cat named Pip
2. Setting: In a house
3. Detail (Color): Black
4. Literal (Location): On the rug
5. Inferential: Yes (narrator says "I love my cat Pip")
1st Grade: A Home for Hoppy
1. Characters: Ben and his Mom
2. Setting: Ben's backyard/neighborhood
3. Main Idea/Detail: Small, white, long ears, pink nose.
4. Literal: A piece of crunchy carrot.
5. Inferential: Happy because Hoppy found his home; sad because he liked Hoppy and would miss him.
2nd Grade: The Great Forest Mystery
1. Characters: Silas the Squirrel, Oliver the Owl, and Bennie the Beaver.
2. Setting: Willow Woods (hollow oak tree and Blue Pond).
3. Main Idea: Why the acorns were missing from the hollow tree.
4. Literal: To decorate the roof of his new dam.
5. Inferential: Acorns are the squirrels' food for the winter; without them, they would go hungry.
Seasonal Passage Pack Document Seasonal Quest
Level: Kindergarten (Emergent Reader)
Student Name
Red Leaf
It is fall.
I see a big tree.
The tree has leaves.
One leaf is red.
The red leaf falls down.
It lands on my hat.
Fall is fun!
Season Search
1. Who is the "I" in the story?
A child
A squirrel
2. What season is it?
Summer
Fall
3. What color is the leaf that falls?
4. Where does the leaf land?
5. Is it hot or cold in this story?
Hot
Cold (or cool)
Seasonal Quest
Level: 1st Grade (Early Reader)
Student Name
First Snow
This morning, everything was white. I looked out my window and saw snow! It was the very first snow of winter. The grass and trees were covered in soft, cold flakes. I put on my warm blue coat, my fuzzy hat, and my thick mittens.
My little sister, Emma, came outside too. We decided to make a snowman. We rolled three big balls of snow. I used two black rocks for eyes and a long orange carrot for the nose. Emma found two sticks for the arms.
We played until our noses were pink and cold. Then, Dad called us inside for hot cocoa with tiny marshmallows. Winter is my favorite season!
Reading Response
1. Who are the people in the story?
2. When does the story take place?
3. What did the siblings make in the snow?
A snow fort
A snowman
4. What did they drink when they went inside?
5. How do you know it was cold outside?
Seasonal Quest
Level: 2nd Grade (Fluent Reader)
Student Name
The Winter Festival
Every year, the town of Oak Creek holds a grand Winter Festival in the town square. It is a time for everyone to celebrate the chilly season together. This year, Leo was especially excited because he was old enough to join the ice-skating show. He had been practicing his glides and spins at the local rink for months.
The festival was full of lights, music, and the smell of roasted nuts. There were wooden booths selling handmade ornaments and warm woolen scarves. In the center of the square, a giant evergreen tree sparkled with silver tinsel. People were laughing and sliding on the ice rink under the moonlight.
When it was time for the show, Leo felt butterflies in his stomach. But as soon as he stepped onto the ice, he felt graceful and strong. He finished his routine with a perfect spin. His family cheered loudly from the sidelines. It was a winter night he would never forget!
Seasonal Answer Key Document Answer Key
Seasonal Quest Reading Passages
Kindergarten: Red Leaf
1. Character: A child (the "I" in the story)
2. Setting: Fall
3. Detail (Color): Red
4. Literal (Location): On my hat
5. Inferential: Cold (or cool), because it is fall and leaves are falling.
1st Grade: First Snow
1. Characters: The narrator (I), Emma (sister), and Dad.
2. Setting: Winter morning at their house.
3. Main Idea/Detail: A snowman.
4. Literal: Hot cocoa with tiny marshmallows.
5. Inferential: There was snow, they wore warm clothes, and their noses turned pink.
2nd Grade: The Winter Festival
1. Character/Event: Leo; he was excited for the ice-skating show.
2. Setting: Oak Creek town square at night during the Winter Festival.
3. Main Idea/Detail: Full of lights/music, evergreen tree with tinsel, booths selling ornaments/scarves, ice rink.
4. Literal: Practicing glides and spins at the rink for months.
5. Inferential: He was nervous about performing in front of people.
Routine Passage Pack Document Routine Quest
Level: Kindergarten (Emergent Reader)
Student Name
Wake Up
The sun is up.
I wake up.
I wash my face.
I brush my teeth.
I put on my shirt.
I eat my toast.
I am ready for school!
Daily Steps
1. Who is telling this story?
A student
A teacher
2. When does this story happen?
At night
In the morning
3. What does the narrator brush?
4. What does the narrator eat?
5. Where is the narrator going next?
To sleep
To school
Routine Quest
Level: 1st Grade (Early Reader)
Student Name
Market Day
Every Saturday, my Dad and I go to the Farmer's Market. We take two big canvas bags to hold our groceries. The market is very busy and loud. Farmers sell fresh corn, bright apples, and even sweet honey.
First, we stop at Mrs. Green's stall. She has the best red strawberries. I get to pick the biggest carton! Then, Dad buys a loaf of warm bread from the baker. I love the way the fresh bread smells. We also buy carrots for our salad tonight.
After we finish shopping, Dad lets me get a small bag of kettle corn. We walk home together, carrying our heavy bags. Grocery shopping is my favorite Saturday job!
Story Questions
1. Who goes to the market together?
2. When and where does the story take place?
3. What is one thing the narrator gets to pick out?
A carton of strawberries
A big pumpkin
4. What do they use to carry the groceries?
5. How does the narrator feel about the Farmer's Market?
Routine Quest
Level: 2nd Grade (Fluent Reader)
Student Name
The School Play
The last few weeks have been very different from our normal school routine. Instead of math and spelling, my class has been spending every afternoon in the auditorium. We are putting on a play called "The Brave Little Ant." I was chosen to be the Queen Ant, so I had to memorize many long lines.
Every day at 1:00 PM, we practice our blocking on the stage. Blocking means learning exactly where to stand and move so the audience can see us. Our teacher, Mr. Hill, uses a whistle to get our attention. "Focus, everyone!" he calls out. We also helped make the costumes. I painted my cardboard crown with shiny gold paint and added glitter.
Tomorrow is the big performance. My parents and grandparents are all coming to watch. I am a little worried I might forget a line, but I have practiced my Queen Ant speech over and over again. I can't wait to see the curtains open!
Routine Answer Key Document Answer Key
Routine Quest Reading Passages
Kindergarten: Wake Up
1. Character: A student (I)
2. Setting: In the morning
3. Detail (Action): Teeth
4. Literal (Food): Toast
5. Inferential: To school (narrator says "I am ready for school!")
1st Grade: Market Day
1. Characters: The narrator (I) and Dad.
2. Setting: Every Saturday at the Farmer's Market.
3. Main Idea/Detail: A carton of strawberries.
4. Literal: Two big canvas bags.
5. Inferential: They love it; they call it their "favorite Saturday job."
2nd Grade: The School Play
1. Character/Role: The narrator (student); she is the Queen Ant.
2. Setting: The school auditorium during the afternoon.
3. Main Idea: A class preparing for their upcoming school play.
4. Literal: Learning exactly where to stand and move so the audience can see them.
5. Inferential: She is nervous and wants to make sure she doesn't forget her lines in front of her family and the audience.
Fable Passage Pack Document Fable Quest
Level: Kindergarten (Emergent Reader)
Student Name
Big Fox
Big Fox is hungry.
He sees purple grapes.
The grapes are high up.
Fox jumps and jumps.
He cannot get them.
"The grapes are sour," says Fox.
He walks away.
Story Facts
1. Who is the character in the story?
A big fox
A little bird
2. Where are the grapes?
Low on the grass
High up
3. What color are the grapes?
4. What does the fox do to get the grapes?
5. Why does the fox say the grapes are sour?
He tasted them
He is mad he can't get them
Fable Quest
Level: 1st Grade (Early Reader)
Student Name
The Lion and the Mouse
A big Lion was sleeping in the sun. A tiny Mouse ran over the Lion's paw. The Lion woke up and caught the Mouse. "Please let me go!" cried the Mouse. "Maybe I can help you one day." The Lion laughed. "You are too small to help me!" But he let the Mouse go.
A few days later, the Lion was caught in a hunter's net. He roared and roared, but he could not get out. The tiny Mouse heard the Lion. She ran to the net and began to gnaw on the ropes with her sharp teeth.
Soon, the ropes broke and the Lion was free. "Thank you, little friend," said the Lion. He learned that even a small friend can be a big help.
Fable Review
1. Who are the two main animals in this fable?
2. Where did the story happen?
3. What did the Mouse do to save the Lion?
She bit the ropes with her sharp teeth.
She hid the Lion under some leaves.
4. Why did the Lion laugh at the Mouse at first?
5. What is the lesson or "moral" of this story?
Fable Quest
Level: 2nd Grade (Fluent Reader)
Student Name
The Tortoise and the Hare
The Hare was always bragging about how fast he could run. He would dash around the forest, kicking up dust and laughing at the other animals. Tired of his boasting, the Tortoise challenged the Hare to a race. All the animals gathered at the starting line to watch. "A race against you?" the Hare chuckled. "This will be the easiest win of my life!"
The race began, and the Hare zipped out of sight instantly. Looking back, he saw the Tortoise far behind, crawling slowly and steadily. "I have plenty of time," the Hare thought. "I'll just take a quick nap under this shady tree." He curled up and fell into a deep sleep.
Fable Answer Key Document Answer Key
Fable Quest Reading Passages
Kindergarten: Big Fox
1. Character: A big fox
2. Setting: High up (on a vine/tree)
3. Detail (Color): Purple
4. Literal (Action): Jumps and jumps
5. Inferential: He is mad he can't get them (sour grapes refers to his attitude).
1st Grade: The Lion and the Mouse
1. Characters: The Lion and the Mouse.
2. Setting: In the sun (outdoor/jungle setting).
3. Main Idea/Detail: She bit the ropes with her sharp teeth.
4. Literal: He thought she was too small to ever help him.
5. Inferential: Even small friends can be a big help / Kindness is never wasted.
2nd Grade: The Tortoise and the Hare
1. Character Traits: Bragging, boastful, overconfident, arrogant.
2. Setting: The forest (at the starting line, under a tree, finish line).
3. Main Idea/Detail: He took a nap because he thought he was so far ahead.
4. Literal: He never stopped moving; he crawled steadily past the Hare.
5. Inferential: Consistency and hard work (being "steady") are more important than talent or speed alone.
