by Starry Field Press (Author)
The Happy Reader: Reading Comprehension Workbook, Grade K: Story Sense & Connection
Subtitle: Story Sense & Connection
Help your child fall in love with stories and understand them.
The Happy Reader, Grade K introduces early learners to the joy of reading comprehension through gentle structure, clear guidance, and child-chosen books. Grounded in early literacy research and educational theory, this workbook builds foundational story awareness while nurturing confidence and curiosity.
Children use 30 books of their own choosing, making reading meaningful and motivating from the very start.
What's Inside:
- Research-informed early literacy framework
- Simple, guided exercises for 30 self-selected books
- Pre- and post-reading child self-assessment using developmentally appropriate reflection
- Adult observational assessment for caregivers and educators
- Story identification, retelling, and basic narrative awareness
- Pedagogical concepts explained clearly for adult support
- Reading log to build routine and accountability
- Glossary of early reading and literacy terms
- Scholarly references supporting instructional design
Perfect for kindergarten classrooms, homeschooling, tutoring, and families building early reading habits, this workbook turns shared reading into intentional learning.
Take a joyful first step toward becoming a confident reader.
Number of Pages: 150
Dimensions: 0.32 x 11 x 8.5 IN
Publication Date: March 26, 2026
