The Kissing Hand - Reading Comprehension Questions
by Audrey Penn
About This Book
“The Kissing Hand” is such a sweet story about Chester the raccoon, who is nervous about going back to school. His loving mother helps him by giving him a special way to carry her love with him—a kiss in his hand! This book captures that feeling we all know too well: the worry of being away from our loved ones. It’s a beautiful reminder that love can be with us, even when we’re apart. Kids will learn about comfort, love, and the importance of saying goodbye. It’s not just a story about going to school; it teaches children that it’s okay to feel nervous and that they have a safe place to go back to. The illustrations are charming, and the gentle message makes it a perfect bedtime read or a comforting story when kids are feeling anxious. Plus, it opens up conversations about feelings, helping your child understand and express their own emotions better.
How WeRead Helps
With “The Kissing Hand,” WeRead offers some fantastic ways to engage your child during reading time. First, we provide age-appropriate questions that spark curiosity and discussion. For example, you might be asked, “How do you think Chester feels about going to school?” This encourages your little one to think about emotions and relate them to their own experiences. We also highlight vocabulary words before reading, like “love” and “kiss,” so you can talk about them together, making sure these important concepts stick. On top of that, WeRead uses dialogic reading prompts that encourage back-and-forth conversation. You might ask, “What do you think Chester will do when he misses his mom?” This helps deepen understanding and keeps your child engaged. It’s like having a little reading companion that helps you make the most out of storytime!
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
raccoon, school, secret, love, mother, Chester
Sample Questions
- Who is Chester's mom?
- What is Chester afraid of?
- How does mom show love?