Dark Park

This Reading Comprehension worksheet features the suspenseful and imaginative poem “Dark Park,” in which a simple bike ride turns into a strange adventure through shifting weather and mystery. After reading the poem, students answer questions that check for understanding of plot, setting, character emotions, and cause and effect. This activity builds critical thinking, strengthens inference skills, and encourages deeper engagement with narrative poetry. The poem’s eerie yet playful tone makes it especially captivating for grades 3-5, inspiring curiosity and discussion about what might really be happening inside the park.