The Leaves Are Falling Off the Trees

This Reading Comprehension worksheet features the autumn-themed poem “The Leaves Are Falling Off the Trees,” which celebrates the swirling, dancing beauty of falling leaves. After reading the poem, students answer questions that test their understanding of key details, vocabulary, and figurative language. This activity promotes close reading, strengthens inference skills, and helps students interpret rhyme and wordplay. Its gentle seasonal imagery and playful “autumn-matic” twist make it especially enjoyable for grades 2-4, encouraging both careful thought and appreciation of poetry.