Maya and the Tall Blue Slide
Listen to the story, recall what happened and explain an idea using details from the reading.
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- What’s included
- 8 reading pages and 5 questions. 2 printable packs to choose from.
- What you need
- A screen for the reader and activity. For printables, use paper and a pencil or crayons.
Think about the story
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Start the activityFrom this story.
Maya ran into the sunny playground with Dad. Then she saw the tall blue slide and stopped beside the sandbox.
What made Maya feel scared?
- The tall blue slide
- A tiny yellow flower
- Her red sneakers
Show the answer and why
The tall blue slide
The tall blue slide
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Maya and the Tall Blue Slide
Share a rhyme inspired by the story. Read the words together, tap a gentle beat, or make up your own tune.
Open the rhyme
Intro
Maya sees the slide so high.
Shaky knees say, “Do not try.”
Verse 1
Dad sits close and hears her say,
“That tall slide feels big today.”
Hand on tummy, breathe in slow.
Blow a breeze and let it go.
Chorus
One small step, then stop and see.
Brave can grow so patiently.
One small step is brave enough.
Slowly trying makes us tough.
Verse 2
Two steps first, then down she goes.
Middle platform, breathe and pause.
At the top she sits just right,
Whoosh! She slides with pure delight.
Final Chorus
One small step, then one step more.
Maya reached the playground floor.
Scared and brave can both be true.
Small brave steps can carry you.
Outro
Maya laughs and hugs her dad.
Trying slowly made her glad.
Make it story time.
Enjoy the video version of this story, then talk about your favorite part.
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Complete story + quiz pack
5 questions
7 pages · PDF · US Letter · fit to A4
The complete story, a drawing worksheet, and comprehension questions. Separate answer guide starts on page 7.
Rhyme + drawing sheet
3 pages · PDF · US Letter · fit to A4
The complete story-inspired rhyme, with space to draw and share a favorite line.
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Make it your own.
Draw your favorite part of the story. Tell a grown-up what happened before it and what happened next.