My New School - first week of school Reading Comprehension

My New School – Back to School Reading Comprehension is a fun and relatable story for students in grades 3 to 5. It follows a student’s first days in a brand new school, touching on feelings of excitement, nervousness, and making friends. Kids can see themselves in the story, which makes it perfect for kicking off the school year and sparking discussions about change and new beginnings.

Ways you can use it:

• As a first week of school reading activity to break the ice.

• In small reading groups for practicing comprehension skills.

• For partner reading and class discussions.

• As a writing prompt starter about students’ own first day experiences.

Why it’s helpful:

• Helps students connect personally with the story.

• Builds reading comprehension in an engaging way.

• Encourages empathy and understanding among classmates.

• Easy to use, just print and read.

It’s a great way to start the year with something meaningful that also gets your students thinking, talking, and reading together.

Pdf file includes pages.

Enjoy!