Twas the Night Before Christmas: READING COMPREHENSION & FUN ACTIVITIES

Twas the Night Before Christmas is one of the most well-known Christmas stories for children and so much fun to read and enjoy together.

Reading comprehension for ’Twas the Night Before Christmas involves helping students understand the poem’s rich language and imagery. Start by reading the poem aloud, emphasizing the rhythm and rhymes. Discuss unfamiliar words like “kerchief” or “chimney” to build vocabulary. Encourage students to visualize the scenes by drawing their favorite part of the poem. For deeper comprehension, ask questions like, “How does the narrator feel about St. Nicholas?” or “What clues show the story happens on Christmas Eve?” A fun extension activity could involve acting out parts of the poem or writing their own rhyming couplets about a holiday tradition.

This resource includes:

• Link to story
• Reading Comprehension
• Writing prompts
• Fun activities