Inferencing
Lucy was running in the hallway when she slipped and fell. Then she noticed the "wet floor" sign. What happened?
She slipped on the wet floor.
What are 2 meanings for the word bat?
A type of animal AND a piece of sports equipment we use in the sport of baseball
Your teacher is talking to another teacher, but you need help because you don't understand what you're supposed to be doing.
Wait until they finish talking; ask another adult/classmate for help if appropriate.
Your friend says, “I got a new puppy!” What could you say to keep the conversation going?
Questions: What kind of puppy is it?
Comments: I love puppies/ I don't like puppies
Marcus sat quietly while the room lights dimmed. A large screen in front of him lit up, and loud sounds filled the room. He reached for the popcorn in his lap without taking his eyes off the screen. Where is Marcus
At the movie theater. Our clues are popcorn, screen, room lights dimmed.
What are 2 meanings for the word watch?
The action of looking at someone or something or something we wear on our wrist that tells us the time.
You notice one of your friends has been quiet and sitting alone. What should you do?
Ask them if they are okay. Give them space if they need it.
A classmate says, “I went swimming this weekend.”
What could you say?
Question:Where did you go swimming?”
Comment: “Swimming is fun!”
Sofia looked down at her test paper and frowned. There were red marks all over it. She quietly put her head down on her desk while the teacher walked around the room. How does she feel? What happened?
She feels upset because she's putting her head down and frowned and she probably didn't do well on her test/assignment.
What are 2 meanings for the word ruler?
a tool used to measure / a person who leads or governs a country like the King or Queen
At recess, you see a group of students playing a game you want to join, but they are already in the middle of playing. What should you do?
Wait for a good time and ask to join; watch until the next round and then ask.
Your friend says, “I’m going to my cousin’s birthday party after school.” Ask a question and make a comment.
What are you doing at the party?” + “That sounds fun!”
Jake held his stomach and groaned, “I shouldn’t have eaten all that candy.” He slowly walked to the couch and lay down, closing his eyes. His mom walked in and looked concerned. How is he feeling? What will happen next?
He is feeling sick. He may have to lay down or go to the doctor.
What are 2 meanings for the word date?
a day on the calendar / a fruit / spending planned time with someone
You are in class or on the playground and another student starts calling you names or saying mean things to you. They keep doing it even though you don't like it. What should you do?
Calmly tell them, “Please stop. I don't like that,” and walk away.
Tell a teacher.
A classmate says, “I didn’t get to play outside yesterday because it was raining.”
Ask a question and make a comment.
What did you do instead?” + “I don’t like when rain ruins my plans either.”
Noah heard a loud crash coming from the kitchen. He ran in and saw a broken glass on the floor and water spreading everywhere. His little sister stood nearby with wide eyes. What happened? How do they feel? What will they do next?
His sister dropped the glass on accident. She feels guilty she dropped it and they will carefully clean it up or ask for help from their parents.
What are 2 meanings for the word pitcher?
a baseball player who throws the ball / a container used to pour drinks
Your teacher says the class has to change plans. You wanted to do the first activity, and you feel upset about the change. What can you do? Give 1–2 solutions.
Your friend says, “I’m going on a roller coaster this weekend!” Ask one question and make one comment to keep the conversation going.