Stuart Little Comprehension Questions & Reading Journal
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Stuart Little has 15 chapters · 142 pages
Stuart Little is no ordinary mouse. Born to a family of humans, he lives in New York City with his parents, his older brother George, and Snowbell the cat.
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Inside the journal: 15 chapter pages, one question each · 3 example answers · a cover for your reader’s name
Chapter by chapter Each question is about its own chapter.
How does Stuart get into trouble in the drain, and what does this chapter show you about being so small in a human-sized house?See all 15 questions ↓
About the book
Stuart Little is no ordinary mouse. Born to a family of humans, he lives in New York City with his parents, his older brother George, and Snowbell the cat. Though he's shy and thoughtful, he's also a true lover of adventure.
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Stuart Little questions by chapter
We know this book well. Every question asks about something that happens in its chapter, a moment, a choice or a character, without giving away what comes next. One question per chapter, across all 15 chapters, and every one is editable before you print. The example answers under 3 of the chapters are the ones printed at the front of the booklet.
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Chapter 1
How does Stuart get into trouble in the drain, and what does this chapter show you about being so small in a human-sized house?
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Chapter 2
What are some problems Stuart's family has because he is mouse-sized, and how do they try to help him feel included?
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Chapter 3
Why does Stuart take washing up so seriously, and what does his routine tell you about his personality?
Example answer: I think Stuart takes washing up seriously because he wants to be neat and responsible, just like the rest of his family. Even though he is tiny, he does not want people to treat him like he is helpless. His routine shows that he is careful, proud, and independent. It also makes him seem more like a real person than just a little mouse.
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Chapter 4
Stuart tries to exercise and stay strong. What do you think he is trying to prove to himself or to others?
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Chapter 5
How is Stuart rescued, and what does the rescue show about the way his family feels about him?
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Chapter 6
What does the phrase "a fair breeze" mean in this chapter, and how does the breeze help create excitement in the story?
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Chapter 7
During the sailboat race, what choices does Stuart make that show courage or quick thinking?
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Chapter 8
How does Margalo's arrival change life for Stuart and the Little family?
Example answer: Margalo's arrival brings excitement and kindness into the house. Stuart seems especially interested in her because she is small and gentle, and he feels connected to her. The family also has to think about caring for a bird, not just Stuart. I think Margalo helps Stuart feel less alone in a world that is usually too big for him.
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Chapter 9
Why is Margalo in danger, and how do the characters react when they learn about the threat?
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Chapter 10
Spring often makes people think of change and new beginnings. How does spring affect Stuart's feelings and plans?
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Chapter 11
What is special about Stuart's automobile, and how might having it change what he is able to do?
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Chapter 12
If you were a student in the schoolroom Stuart visits, what would you think of him as a substitute teacher? Explain your opinion.
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Chapter 13
What prediction can you make about Stuart's journey after he reaches Ames' Crossing? Use details from the chapter to support your idea.
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Chapter 14
How does Stuart's evening on the river affect his search for Margalo and his feelings about the journey?
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Chapter 15
At the end of the book, Stuart heads north. What theme or message do you think the ending leaves with the reader?
Example answer: I think the ending shows that being brave sometimes means continuing even when you do not know exactly what will happen. Stuart has not found Margalo yet, but he still chooses to keep going. To me, the message is that hope and determination matter. Stuart is small, but his goal is big, and he does not give up.
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How to use this Stuart Little reading journal
At home, as a discussion guide
After each chapter your reader writes a few lines on that chapter’s question. Read the answer together at bedtime: it shows what they understood and gives you something real to talk about, without a quiz.
In class, as a novel study
Print a class set (booklets fold from plain letter paper) and use one question per chapter as the reading-response or literature-circle prompt. The example answers at the front show what a full answer looks like.
Homeschool
One booklet covers the whole book, 15 chapters, so it doubles as the reading log for Stuart Little. Reword any question before printing to match your reader.
Printing
The booklet PDF prints on ordinary 8.5 × 11 paper: print double-sided (flip on the short edge) at 100%, fold the stack in half and staple on the fold. There is also a one-page-per-sheet PDF and A5 binder pages.
Where the questions come from
Each question is about its own chapter. We know this book well. Every question asks about something that happens in its chapter, a moment, a choice or a character, without giving away what comes next. The questions were drafted with AI from what is known about the book and checked before publishing; every one is editable before you print.
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