Doctor De Soto - Reading Comprehension Questions
by William Steig
About This Book
"Doctor De Soto" is a charming story about a clever mouse named Doctor De Soto who runs a dental practice for animals. He’s kind and caring, always helping his patients, no matter how big or small they are. One day, a hungry wolf comes to see him, and that’s where the adventure begins! This book is not just entertaining; it teaches kids about kindness, bravery, and thinking through tricky situations. It’s a great way to start conversations about helping others and making smart choices. The illustrations are delightful, and the story has a nice rhythm that makes it fun to read aloud. Kids will love the suspense and humor, and they’ll learn about empathy as they see how Doctor De Soto treats everyone fairly, even when faced with a challenge. It's a great pick for snuggling up and sharing some quality time together!
How WeRead Helps
When you read "Doctor De Soto" with WeRead, you'll get some handy questions to ask your child as you go along. For example, you might be prompted to ask, "How do you think Doctor De Soto feels about the wolf?" or "What do you think will happen next?" These questions get your child thinking and talking about the story, which is so important for their understanding. WeRead also highlights some vocabulary words that are fun to learn, like "dentist" or "courage." Before you start reading, you’ll see these words to help you explain them in a simple way. Plus, there are dialogic reading prompts that encourage you to pause and let your child take the lead in the conversation. It makes reading together interactive and engaging, helping your child connect with the story on a deeper level.
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Key Vocabulary
De Soto, dentist, fox, mouse, teeth, trick
Sample Questions
- What does Doctor De Soto fix?
- Who visits Doctor De Soto?
- What is the fox planning?