Fluency Worksheet: Henry and Mudge – 1st-4th Grade Reader's Theater

Build strong fluency skills with the Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night Reader’s Theater. This first grade through fourth grade reading printable keeps the focus on one skill so students can practice it with confidence.

Learning objective: By the end of this activity, students will be able to use their fluency skills accurately and explain their thinking.

Why it works: Each page targets one skill, so students get meaningful repetition without feeling overwhelmed. The layout is clean and uncluttered, which helps young learners focus on the task instead of the decorations.

What's included:

• 4-page printable worksheet

• Cover page

How it's organized: The page starts with clear directions so students know exactly what to do, then gives them focused practice items to complete in order.

Grade level: Designed for first grade through fourth grade students.

How to use it: Use it for whole-group practice, small-group instruction, independent work, centers, morning work, homework, or an emergency sub plan.

Answer key: This page does not include a separate answer key.

Teaching tips and variations:

• Use it as an exit ticket the day after a fluency lesson to see who needs more support.

• Keep a few copies in your early finisher bin for independent review.

• Model the first item together, then let students finish the rest independently.

Skills covered: Fluency, Reader's Theater, Reading

Standards: Supports Common Core RF.1.4b, RF.2.4b, RF.3.4b, RF.4.4b.

File type: PDF, ready to print.

Number of pages: 5 (4 worksheet pages, 1 cover page).

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