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Doodle, Don and the Cuckoo Clock

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Free printable Doodle, Don and the Cuckoo Clock fable worksheets for 1st grade. Students read this whimsical fable involving a rooster and a cuckoo clock and answer comprehension questions about the characters' conflict, the events, and the lesson about time or purpose. The quirky title immediately captures 1st grade curiosity. Part of our fables worksheets collection.

What You'll Learn

  • Read "Doodle, Don and the Cuckoo Clock" and identify key characters
  • Describe the role of the cuckoo clock in the story events
  • Answer comprehension questions about story events and character actions

FAQ

What conflict arises between Doodle Don and the cuckoo clock?

The rooster and the clock both believe they are responsible for waking others — the fable uses this misunderstanding to explore themes of pride, purpose, and cooperation.

What lesson does Doodle, Don and the Cuckoo Clock teach through its characters?

The fable conveys a message about not being overly proud of one's role and recognizing that others may share or even outperform your function — a lesson in humility and cooperation.

How does the time and clock theme in this fable connect to 1st grade math?

The cuckoo clock connection provides a natural bridge to telling time lessons — teachers can reference the fable during clock-reading instruction to reinforce vocabulary and engagement.

Grade
1st Grade
Ages
Ages 6-7
Subject
Reading
Format
Printable PDF

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