Week 3

Fine-tune inferring skills.

Lesson 1: Zoom in to collect multiple text clues
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Lesson 2: Look for patterns and relationships
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Lesson 3: Explain inferences in writing
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Lesson 4: Read, infer, and write—all in one sitting
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Model how to make inferences about text.

Tie every comprehension lesson to the Inference Silhouette.

Provide a way for students to record their thinking when answering text-based questions during whole-class read alouds.

Google Jamboard
with sticky notes

Even with multiple-choice questions, expect students to show their thinking.

Apply the 5-step process regardless of text type.

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Jamboard from Student Group 2

Fourth grade teacher Holly Sluyter supported her Leo Elementary (Indiana) students in a whole-class You-do task.

Student Example