Inferences By Kaitlyn Young Making Inferences and why

Inferences By: Kaitlyn Young

Making Inferences and why we do it � An inference is a statement of reasoning, using what you know with details or clues in a text that the author provides. � A Comprehension Strategy - We make inferences to improve our understanding when information or details in the book seem unclear - If we do not know what the author is trying to say or if we feel like some of the text is missing information, then we can make inferences to help guide us with what is going on in the book Source: http: //www. ehow. com/how_8274662_teach-kids-draw-inferences. html

Bud, Not Buddy � What were some of the inferences you made in the book? Book: Bud, Not Buddy By: Christopher Paul Curtis

Definition of an Inference � What is an inference? � An inference is a statement of reasoning, using what you know with details or clues in a text that the author provides. Source: http: //www. ehow. com/how_8274662_teach-kids-draw-inferences. html

Making Inferences with a Fiction and Non-fiction book � Giraffes Can’t Dance (Fiction) � Number the Stars (Non-fiction) ◦ By: Giles Andreae and Guy- Parker Rees ◦ By: Lois Lowry

Number the Stars �“ “I’ll race you to the corner, Ellen!” Annemarie adjusted the thick leather pack on her back so that her schoolbooks balanced evenly. “Ready? ” She looked at her best friend. ” (pg 1) � “Annemarie looked up, panting, just as she reached the corner. Her laughter stopped. Her heart seemed to skip a beat. “Halte!” the soldier ordered in a stern voice” (pg 2) �Make Inference

Number the Stars � “The German word was as familiar as it was frightening. Annemarie had heard it often enough before, but it had never been directed to her until now. ” (pg 2) �Make Inference

Oh, Brother! By: Bob Weber Jr. and Jay Stephens What is an inference we can make about this comic strip? What did you use to help you make an inference? Source: http: //ohbrothercomics. com/comics/june-28 -2010