For All the Boys I've Loved Before — Chapter-by-Chapter Worksheets for Home-Educated 11-Year-Olds (English)

Instructions

Hello! Welcome to your reading guide for "To All the Boys I've Loved Before." This book has many short chapters, so instead of a worksheet for every single one, we have grouped them together into sections. This will help you think about the bigger story and how the characters change over time. Read the assigned chapters carefully, and then answer the questions to the best of your ability. Have fun diving into Lara Jean's world!

Worksheet 1: Chapters 1-10

Part A: Reading Comprehension

Answer the following questions based on what you've read in chapters 1-10.

1. What is the special item Lara Jean's mom gave her before she passed away?
2. How many letters has Lara Jean written in total?
3. Why does Margot, Lara Jean's older sister, break up with her boyfriend, Josh?
4. What is Kitty's full name?
5. Besides Josh, name one other boy Lara Jean wrote a letter to.

Part B: Vocabulary Builder

Match the word from the book with its correct definition.

Part C: Character Corner

Think about the Song-Covey sisters. How are Lara Jean, Margot, and Kitty different from each other? Describe one personality trait for each sister.

• Margot:
• Lara Jean:
• Kitty:

Part D: Your Turn!

Lara Jean writes letters to get all of her feelings out without actually telling the person. What is a hobby or activity you do when you have strong feelings like happiness, sadness, or anger? (For example: drawing, listening to music, talking to a friend, playing a sport).

Worksheet 2: Chapters 11-20

Part A: Reading Comprehension

Answer the following questions based on what you've read in chapters 11-20.

1. Who is the first boy to confront Lara Jean about her letter?
2. What terrible discovery does Lara Jean make about her hatbox?
3. Why does Lara Jean kiss Peter Kavinsky in the hallway?
4. What is the name of Peter's ex-girlfriend, who is also Lara Jean's ex-best friend?
5. What "deal" do Lara Jean and Peter make?

Part B: Cause and Effect

A "cause" is why something happens. An "effect" is what happens. Draw a line to connect the CAUSE on the left with its EFFECT on the right.

Part C: Character Corner

Do you think Peter Kavinsky is a nice person at this point in the book? Why or why not? Use one example from these chapters to support your opinion.

Part D: Your Turn!

Lara Jean's biggest secret is suddenly revealed to everyone. Imagine your favorite fictional character (from any book, movie, or TV show). What would be their biggest secret, and how would they react if it got out?

Worksheet 3: Chapters 21-30

Part A: Reading Comprehension

Answer the following questions based on what you've read in chapters 21-30.

1. What is the first rule in Lara Jean and Peter's "contract"?
2. Where is their first "fake" date?
3. Lara Jean is a talented baker. What does she bake for Peter to bring to a party?
4. What item of Lara Jean's does Peter's little brother, Owen, really like?
5. Who drives Lara Jean home from the party?

Part B: Vocabulary Builder

Read the sentences below. Based on the context, what do you think the bolded word means?

1. "Writing the contract was surprisingly fun. I felt very methodical and organized."
   Methodical probably means:


2. "I was just an imposter, a girl who was pretending to be his."
   Imposter probably means:

Part C: Character Corner

Lara Jean and Peter's relationship is fake, but some of their actions seem real. Describe one moment in these chapters where you think one of them might have been showing real feelings for the other. Explain your choice.

Part D: Your Turn!

Lara Jean and Peter write a contract with rules for their fake relationship. If you had to create three "rules for friendship," what would they be? Be creative!

1. Rule 1:
2. Rule 2:
3. Rule 3:

Answer Key

Worksheet 1: Chapters 1-10

• Part A: Reading Comprehension
  1. A teal hatbox.
  2. Five.
  3. She is moving to Scotland for college and doesn't want to do a long-distance relationship.
  4. Katherine.
  5. Peter Kavinsky, Kenny from camp, John Ambrose McClaren, or Lucas Krapf. (Any one of these is correct).
• Part B: Vocabulary Builder
  1. B
  2. A
  3. C
• Part C: Character Corner
  (Answers will vary slightly, but should be similar to this):
  Margot: Responsible, mature, practical.
  Lara Jean: Dreamy, romantic, creative, quiet.
  Kitty: Sassy, energetic, mischievous.
• Part D: Your Turn!
  Answers will vary based on the student's personal experiences.

Worksheet 2: Chapters 11-20

• Part A: Reading Comprehension
  1. Peter Kavinsky.
  2. The hatbox is gone, which means the letters are gone.
  3. To make Josh think she is over him and has moved on.
  4. Genevieve.
  5. They agree to pretend to be boyfriend and girlfriend.
• Part B: Cause and Effect
  1. C
  2. A
  3. B
• Part C: Character Corner
  Answers will vary. A "yes" answer might mention that he agrees to her plan and is friendly with Kitty. A "no" answer might mention that he is arrogant, only wants to make Genevieve jealous, and reads her private letter out loud. The student must provide an example from the text.
• Part D: Your Turn!
  Answers will vary based on the student's creativity and chosen character.

Worksheet 3: Chapters 21-30

• Part A: Reading Comprehension
  1. They can't tell anyone it's fake.
  2. A diner called The Corner Cafe.
  3. Cupcakes (specifically, pumpkin chocolate chip cupcakes).
  4. Her hair scrunchie.
  5. Josh.
• Part B: Vocabulary Builder
  (Answers should be similar to this):
  1. Methodical: Done in a careful, orderly, or systematic way.
  2. Imposter: A person who pretends to be someone else.
• Part C: Character Corner
  Answers will vary. Good examples include: Peter driving Lara Jean to school, Peter putting his hand in her back pocket, the note he writes for her, or Lara Jean's genuine enjoyment of their conversations at the diner. The student should explain why they think the moment shows real feelings.
• Part D: Your Turn!
  Answers will vary based on the student's ideas about friendship.