Sunny Days and Sea Waves: Reading Passage “At the Beach” for Class 1 

This Grade 1 reading comprehension worksheet describes a joyful day at the beach. It helps children improve reading fluency, attention, and vocabulary while enjoying a cheerful story about nature, teamwork, and fun at the seaside.

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Early Learning? 

1. It builds vocabulary and connects reading with real-life experiences. 
2. It strengthens observation and sequencing skills. 
3. It teaches environmental care and teamwork through everyday examples. 
4. It encourages reading confidence and story recall. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet?

 📖 Reading Passage – At the Beach 
The children visit the beach on a bright sunny day. They build sandcastles, collect seashells, and play near the waves. Some students fly kites while others dip their feet in the cool water. They see crabs crawling and birds flying in the sky. Everyone laughs, eats snacks under a big umbrella, and enjoys the sea breeze. Before leaving, they clean the sand around them and thank the lifeguard for keeping them safe. 

🧠 Objective Questions – Multiple Choice 
Students answer fun factual questions about what they saw, what they did, and how they showed responsibility at the beach.

✏️ Subjective Questions – Short Answers 
Learners write short, thoughtful responses about their favorite beach activity and how they can keep beaches clean.

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)

 Objective Questions: 
1. a) Sandcastles 
2. c) Seashells 
3. d) Lifeguard 
4. a) Kites 
5. a) Water and snacks 
6. a) Cleaned sand and thanked lifeguard 

Subjective Questions: 
7. Sandcastles. 
8. Lifeguard. 
9. Seashells and crabs. 
10. Because beaches are fun and full of sand, waves, and games. 

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