Author: Evelyn Ferris

Questions to Extend Reading Comprehension

Before Reading
What questions do you have before reading this book?
Who do you think the main characters will be?
Does this book remind you of another book, a movie or something that has happened in your life?
What looks interesting about this book?
Where do you think this story will take place?
What do you think this story will be about?

During Reading
What does the author tell you about the characters?
Are your questions being answered? Do you have new questions?
What has happened so far?
What does the author tell you about the setting?
What do you think will happen next?
Does this story remind you of something?
What interests you so far?
Are your predictions working out, or do you want to change them?

After Reading
Did you enjoy the book?
What was the very best part of the book? Why?
Who was the best character? Why?
Did the story work out like you expected?
Do you still have any questions?
Is there anything you would change in the story?