Introduction to Myths
A Grade 1 ELA worksheet introducing students to the concept of myths through a short story and comprehension questions.
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Introduction to Myths
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Read the story below and answer the questions. Then, draw a picture about the myth.
The Sun and the Moon
Long, long ago, the Sun and the Moon were good friends. They lived on Earth and played together every day. But the Sun was very bright and hot. All the other animals and plants would hide when the Sun came near. The Moon was sad because her friend, the Sun, could not play with anyone else.
One day, the Moon had an idea! "Sun, you are too bright for Earth. Why don't you go up to the sky? You can shine there and give light to everyone, but they won't be too hot!" The Sun thought this was a wonderful idea. So, the Sun went up into the sky. Then, the Moon said, "I will join you at night, so the Earth is never completely dark." And that is why the Sun shines in the day and the Moon shines at night, so they can both help the Earth.
1. Who were the good friends in the story?
A boy and a girl
The Sun and the Moon
Two animals
The Earth and the Sky
2. Why did the Sun go up into the sky?
To play with the stars
Because the Moon told him to
He was too bright and hot for Earth
He was looking for a new home
3. The Sun shines in the .
4. The Moon shines at .
5. What did you learn about why we have day and night from this myth?
Draw a picture of the Sun and the Moon in the sky, as described in the myth.