We Are Not from Here - Reading Comprehension Questions
by Jenny Torres Sanchez
About This Book
"We Are Not from Here" by Jenny Torres Sanchez is a beautiful story about a group of kids who journey to find a place where they can feel safe and belong. It talks about their adventures and the challenges they face as they seek a new home. This book is valuable for kids because it opens up conversations about empathy, understanding, and resilience. Children will learn about the experiences of others who may be different from them, and it helps them appreciate the importance of kindness and compassion. Plus, the illustrations are captivating and bring the story to life, making it an enjoyable read for both kids and parents. Sharing this book can help kids develop a sense of awareness about the world around them, fostering a love for stories that touch on important themes in a gentle way.
How WeRead Helps
With "We Are Not from Here," WeRead makes storytime even more engaging and interactive for you and your child. Before diving into the book, it highlights key vocabulary words that you can discuss together. This helps your child get familiar with new words, making the reading experience richer. During the story, WeRead provides age-appropriate questions that spark conversation. For example, you might be asked what your child thinks the characters are feeling or what they would do in a similar situation. These questions encourage kids to think critically and connect personally with the story. Plus, the dialogic reading prompts invite you to pause and discuss the pictures or events, making the reading session more dynamic and fun for your little one!
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?