Perfect

A high-interest short story for reluctant reader literacy. Includes a simple comprehension worksheet: multiple choice, vocab, short answers, creative task.

When Maya downloads a mysterious new app called Reflect, her selfies become flawless—smooth skin, brighter eyes, a perfect smile. Overnight she becomes internet famous. But every “perfect” photo takes something real from her. As her online self grows more beautiful, Maya’s real reflection begins to fade. And by the time she understands the price of perfection, it may already be too late to stop the girl in the mirror from replacing her.

Written for reluctant readers (Lexile 600–700), this story is clear, engaging, and perfect for quick literacy lessons.

This resource includes a full Lobster Story Work worksheet to build confidence without overwhelming students.

Includes:

• Short story (1,500–2,000 words)
• Multiple-choice comprehension
• Fill-in-the-blank vocabulary task
• Short-answer thinking questions
• Optional creative task
• Clean, easy-print layout

Ideal for:

• Reluctant readers
• Boys’ literacy
• EAL/D and Learning Support
• Reading rotations or relief lessons

Why it works:

Clear, engaging writing + simple tasks = an easy win for disengaged readers.