Back to School Reading Comprehension Passages – School Day Stories and Activities for Students

The Back to School Reading Comprehension Passages are fun and thoughtful literacy activities designed to engage children as they transition back into the classroom. These worksheets are perfect for Kindergarten (K) through 5th Grade, making them a versatile tool for any Elementary School environment. Each passage features relatable school scenarios to help young readers connect emotionally and intellectually. Students in Kindergarten (K) and 1st Grade can listen to the stories and participate in drawing activities, while those in 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade can dive deeper with WH questions, fill-in-the-blank tasks, and writing prompts. Teachers and parents in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia will find this resource especially helpful for developing comprehension skills, vocabulary, and empathy. These passages not only teach reading—they promote reflection, creativity, and conversation. Children are encouraged to draw scenes, write sequels, and even act out the stories, helping them to build confidence and reading fluency in a playful way. These pages are ideal for group reading, one-on-one learning, or independent practice during the first weeks of school.

Usage:
Great for back-to-school season, literacy centers, morning work, or reading comprehension practice.

Activity:
Read a passage, complete fill-in-the-blanks, answer WH questions, discuss, draw, write a sequel, or role-play the story.

Tools Needed:

• Pencil
• Crayons
• Markers
• Worksheet printout

Page Size:
8.5″x11″ (Letter Size)

User Instruction:
Pick a school-themed story. Read it carefully—aloud or silently. Complete the activities like fill-in-the-blank and WH questions. Reflect with a discussion or drawing. Use your imagination to act out or write what happens next!