1st Grade Reading Comprehension

These reading worksheets were written at a first grade level, but it's important to remember that reading level varies from student to student. After they read the passage, students then answer the comprehension questions that follow. Check out some free worksheets or join STW today!

1st Grade Reading Comprehension Worksheets

Bella and James are playing a rhyming game. When it's James' turn to rhyme words, he makes Bella laugh. This 1st grade reading comp worksheet is free!

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Chipmunk is looking for her breakfast, but it looks like her friends have already eaten all of the food in the forest. When she finds her friends, she discovers that they've planned a special surprise.

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A dog keeps finding different colored balls. Find out what the dog does with each ball. Then, answer the comprehension questions.

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Beth and her friends choose instruments and form a rock band in this free reading compregension passage.

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No one likes to be stuck inside when it's raining out. Read this story to find out what James and Bella do to pass the time indoors.

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Mark and Ava gather everything they need for a perfect picnic. Will the rain clouds overhead ruin their plans?

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This is a cute fall poem about apples. Perfect for younger readers in kindergarten through second grades.

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Mia and Annie think there's a ghost in Mia's bedroom. What are they going to do? Activity includes comprehension questions, a writing prompt, and vocabulary words.

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Lily and her mom are having a picnic. They hear lots of beautiful music. Where are the sounds coming from?

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Josh is an independent young boy who gets his own snack and puts his dishes away. However, when he tried to tie his shoes by himself, he makes knots. Can he do it himself without help?

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Lily and her favorite stuffed animals are ready for Mom to read them a bedtime story. Can they stay awake until the end? This reading activity includes comprehension questions, a writing prompt, and vocabulary game.

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Mom can't find her keys anywhere! Together, she and Lily search the kitchen for the missing keys. Will they be able to find them? Reading comprehension questions, vocabulary from the story, and a writing activity are included with this worksheet.

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Bella and James are playing a "Smelling Game." What are their favorite things to smell? This activity includes comprehension questions and vocabulary words.

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James and Bella want to play catch outside, but they can't find their ball! Will their dog, Penny, help them out, or does Penny have a different game in mind? This reading activity includes a writing exercise, vocabulary matching from the story, and comprehension questions.

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James has the hiccups. Bella tells him to stand on his head in order to get rid of them, but James has his own ideas. This reading comprehension activity includes vocabulary words, a writing prompt, and comprehension questions.

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Cassie and Eli play a fun game with shadows. This story includes reading comprehension questions, vocabulary matching, and a writing prompt.

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Zoe, Grace, and Devin go outside to play in the snow. When Grace and Devin can't decide what kind of snowman they should build, Zoe comes up with an idea they'll all like! Activity includes comprehension questions and vocabulary words.

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When Brandon wants to introduce Nick to his "kitty," Nick is expecting to meet Brandon's pet! Who he meets at the end of the story is definitely a surprise!

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Heather and Noah have some pretty good ideas! What will they be able to accomplish together today? Reading activity includes a writing prompt, comprehension questions, and vocabulary words.

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Uh oh! Sophie only has three apples to divide between she and her three friends. Can they come up with a plan so everyone can enjoy Sophie's apples? A fall-themed reading comprehension activity with follow-up questions, a writing prompt, and vocabulary.

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James and Bella play a fun game in the yard with Bella's dog, Penny. They describe all the things they feel. What feels best of all? Reading comprehension activity and vocabulary words are included with this worksheet.

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Lily and Mom want to exercise, but their dog Pep wants to play. Activity includes comprehension questions, vocabulary words, and a writing prompt. An answer key is also included.

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Read the fiction story about Jen and her dog Max. Students then answer a series of questions that go along with the story.

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Hippo keeps bothering frog by eating the lily pads, squishing the mud, and blowing bubbles in the water. How can they work it out?

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Aunt Lee doesn't have normal pets, like cats or dogs. She has chickens! Find out where she keeps them and what they eat.