50 Reading Comprehension Questions for Kids | Printable Reading Discussion Prompts | Primary English Resource

Turn story time into a conversation that builds confident readers!

Want to help your child understand what they read, think more deeply about stories and develop their reading comprehension skills?

The 50 Questions to Ask Your Child After Reading resource makes it easy to get children talking about books, exploring characters and sharing their ideas.

Designed for primary-aged children, this colourful resource provides 50 engaging questions to encourage meaningful discussions and develop essential reading skills.

What’s Included?

The 50 questions are organised into six categories:

Understanding the Story – Explore key events, summaries and important details.

Characters – Discuss characters’ personalities, feelings and decisions.

Thinking More Deeply – Develop predictions, reasoning and critical thinking.

Words and Language – Explore vocabulary and the author’s use of language.

Ideas and Opinions – Encourage children to express and explain their views.

Connections – Link stories to personal experiences and the wider world.

Who Is This Resource For?

• Parents who want to support their children’s reading at home.
• Home-educating families looking for engaging English activities.
• Primary school teachers supporting reading comprehension.
• Tutors working with children aged 5–11.

Why You’ll Love It

✔ Encourages children to think beyond the words on the page.

✔ Develops comprehension, vocabulary and speaking skills.

✔ Promotes independent thinking and thoughtful discussion.

✔ Makes reading together more interactive and enjoyable.

✔ Easy to use at home, in the classroom or during tutoring sessions.