Reading Into Styles

This reading comprehension worksheet supports students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 as they practice dialogue analysis, tone interpretation, social reasoning, empathy, and critical thinking. Through short, relatable scenarios set in classroom and peer situations, students examine how different characters communicate and identify whether each response is assertive, aggressive, or passive, strengthening both reading and social-emotional understanding.

Targeted Skills

• Communication & Empathy (Grades 4-6) – Recognize how different communication styles affect peer interactions and group dynamics.
• Dialogue Analysis – Interpret character dialogue and behavior to infer tone, intent, and emotional context.
• Teamwork & Respectful Expression – Identify communication choices that support cooperation, respect, and problem-solving.
• Behavior Classification – Categorize responses accurately as assertive, aggressive, or passive using textual evidence.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper elementary ELA, SEL, and health education standards.
• Relatable Scenarios – Classroom and social settings help students connect reading comprehension to real-life situations.
• Flexible Use – Suitable for independent practice, small groups, SEL lessons, or comprehension assessments.
• Supports Diverse Learners – Clear structure and focused questions reduce cognitive load while encouraging thoughtful analysis.

This printable worksheet helps students strengthen reading comprehension, emotional awareness, and communication analysis by closely examining how characters interact in everyday situations. By identifying assertive, aggressive, and passive behaviors in context, learners build empathy, improve social reasoning, and better understand the role of tone and behavior in relationships. It’s a practical, no-prep resource that works well for both classroom instruction and homeschool learning while supporting positive communication skills.

This worksheet is part of our Assertiveness vs. Aggression vs. Passivity collection.