Big and Small Sorting

This early learning worksheet helps students in Preschool, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 build reading comprehension, vocabulary, and comparative thinking skills through a simple, engaging story about an elephant and a mouse. After reading, learners identify objects from the story and sort them into “Big” and “Small” categories, reinforcing understanding of size words, context clues, and classification through meaningful literacy-based practice.

Learning Goals

• Reading Comprehension (PreK-1)
  Students recall details from a short story to identify key objects.
• Comparing Size Attributes
  Learners practice distinguishing between big and small using story-based examples.
• Vocabulary Development
  Exposure to descriptive size words strengthens word meaning and recognition.
• Sorting & Classification Skills
  Students organize items into categories, supporting early cognitive development.

Classroom & Home Use

• Teacher-Created Resource
  Designed by educators to support early literacy and foundational math concepts.
• Cross-Curricular Practice
  Integrates reading comprehension with basic math skills like comparing size.
• Developmentally Appropriate
  Uses simple language, clear visuals, and concrete examples for young learners.
• Flexible Implementation
  Ideal for read-aloud follow-ups, literacy centers, math centers, small groups, or homework.

This printable worksheet gives young learners meaningful practice with size comparison, story comprehension, and sorting skills in a friendly, accessible format. By connecting descriptive words to familiar objects, students strengthen vocabulary, reasoning, and early reading abilities. Perfect for classroom instruction or homeschool settings, this no-prep resource supports foundational literacy and math development while keeping learning engaging and hands-on.

This worksheet is part of our Kindergarten Reading Comprehension collection.