The Empty Pot - Reading Comprehension Questions
by Demi
About This Book
"The Empty Pot" by Demi is a beautiful story about a young boy named Ping who loves to garden. When he's given a chance to grow a flower for the emperor, he works hard to nurture his seed. But when the time comes to show the emperor his flower, Ping discovers that his pot is empty. Instead of being ashamed, he bravely shows the truth. This story teaches kids the importance of honesty, courage, and being true to themselves. The illustrations are vibrant and engaging, making it a joy to read together. Kids will learn that it's okay to be honest, even when it’s hard, and that sometimes, being yourself is the most important thing of all. Plus, the story encourages conversations about what it means to be brave and authentic, which can help kids build their own values and confidence.
How WeRead Helps
WeRead takes "The Empty Pot" and makes reading time even more special. It provides some great questions to ask your child while you read, like “What do you think Ping is feeling right now?” or “Why do you think he decided to show the emperor his empty pot?” These questions help spark conversations and let your child share their thoughts. WeRead also highlights vocabulary words that pop up in the book, so you can focus on those before diving into the story. For example, you might discuss words like “empty” or “brave” to help your child understand them better. And with dialogic reading prompts, you'll get suggestions on how to encourage your child to express themselves about the story and ask their own questions. This way, reading becomes a fun, interactive experience!
What You'll Get with WeRead
- Age-appropriate questions for kids ages 3-9
- Pre-reading vocabulary highlights so you know which words to focus on
- Dialogic reading prompts that encourage conversation
- 100+ curated children's books with expert-designed questions
Key Vocabulary
adventure, imagine, explore, discover, journey
Sample Questions
- What do you see on this page?
- Where are they going?
- What happened next?