Same and Different is a free printable Kindergarten English worksheet on saying what two stories share and where they differ, aligned to Common Core standard RL.K.9. It prints 2 questions with an answer key on its own sheet of paper, in 25 versions that each ask different questions, so no two pupils in the class work from the same page. Print it from the browser or download it as a PDF — no account, no email.
Set 18 of 25 · the same problems every time you open this link.
Set 1 has all 25 in a single PDF. All 25 sets ask different questions.
Same and Different
RL.K.9
NameDate
Read the story, then answer the questions.
1.Read the text, then answer the questions.
The Top Shelf
Mia wanted the blue cup. It was on the top shelf. Mia could not reach it. She pulled a chair over, but the chair was still too low. Then her big brother came in. He lifted the cup down for her. "Thank you," said Mia.
1. What does this story show about asking for help?
2.Read the text, then answer the questions.
New Shoes
Ada got new shoes. They were shiny and green. On the first day she walked slowly so they would stay clean. Then she saw a puddle. Ada stopped. She looked at the puddle for a long time. Then she jumped in with both feet.
1. What does this story show about new things?
LessonPrint · RL.K.9 · Set 18 · free to copy for classroom use
Answer key — Same and Different
Set 18. Prints on its own sheet.
1.1. It is fine to ask when something is too high to reach on your own.
2.1. Sometimes having fun matters more than keeping things clean.
Last reviewed 2026-09-05. Aligned to RL.K.9 of the Common Core State Standards for English language arts.