Rory's Goodbye Window
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
Read each question together. Choose the answer that matches the story.
Start the activityFrom this story.
Rory the red panda held Dad's hand at the preschool door. Today, letting go felt harder than yesterday.
Why did Rory cry at the door?
- Dad was leaving for work
- The classroom was closed
- His wagon was broken
Show the answer and why
Dad was leaving for work
Dad was leaving for work
Read the complete story before answering its activity questions.
Rory's Goodbye Window
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
Rory holds Dad's hand so tight.
Goodbye feels more hard today.
Verse 1
“Will you really come back here?”
Picture cards make answers clear:
Story, lunch, then rest and play.
Dad comes after wagon day.
Chorus
One warm hug, one nose kiss too,
One small window wave for you.
Goodbye sadness comes along,
But the picture plan stays strong.
Verse 2
Teacher stays while Rory cries.
Cards move over one at a time.
After wagon play is through,
Dad appears right there in view.
Final Chorus
One warm hug, one nose kiss too,
One bright hello waits for you.
Goodbye still may feel so sad.
Routines help us trust the plan.
Outro
Rory runs for hello hug.
Dad came back just as he said.
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.