August 9, 2021 3rd grade making inferences

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means using clues from the text and what you already know to understand something that is not directly stated.

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What can we infer if someone chooses the last player left on a team?

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We can infer that the person may not have had a strong preference for that player, possibly indicating that the player is not very good.

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If a character is happy at camp but also glad to go home, what can we infer about their feelings?

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We can infer that while they enjoy camp, they also miss home and are looking forward to returning.

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What does it suggest if a character wakes up late and rushes to get ready?

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It suggests that the character is likely late for an important event, such as school.

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What can we infer if a character has messy hair when arriving at school?

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We can infer that the character may have been in a hurry or engaged in an activity that caused their hair to become messy.

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What does it mean if a character has to put their helmet away at school?

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It means that the character rode a bike to school, as helmets are typically worn while biking.

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What is a clue that indicates a character is at camp?

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Clues like enjoying campfire sing-alongs and making new friends suggest the character is at camp.

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If a character feels warm sunlight on their face, what can we infer about the time of day?

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We can infer that it is daytime, likely morning or early afternoon.

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What does it mean if a character is excited about a Thursday?

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It may suggest that something special or unusual is happening that day, making them feel good.

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What can we infer if a character is rushing to get ready in the morning?

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We can infer that they are running late for something important, like school.