What two things do good readers use to make an inference?

Good readers use clues from the text and their own prior knowledge.

Imagine you see a child wearing a soccer uniform, holding a soccer ball, and looking tired. What inference can you make?

The child just finished playing a soccer game or practice.

The school day is over, and the children are going home.

Grade 2nd Grade · ELA · 45 min· Teks 2.6(f)

I can make inferences using clues from the text and my own knowledge.

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3 key concepts

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.
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Good readers infer by using prior knowledge along with clues in the text to form an idea.
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To make an inference while reading, look for clues in the text, add your prior knowledge, and put it all together to form an idea.

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Quick comprehension check

“Read this: Lily saw her mom put on her coat, grab her keys, and pick up a lunch bag. What will Lily's mom probably do next?”

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