When you read Balto the Dog Who Saved

When you read “Balto, the Dog Who Saved Nome, ” did you think about what might happen next?

Thinking about what might happen is called making predictions

Making predictions can help you be a better reader. It can also make reading more fun!

When you make predictions, you are like a detective.

You use clues in the story to help you predict.

You also use what you already know

A chart like this can help you make predictions.

Clue in the Story What I Know Character’s Traits Prediction

Clue in the Story What I Know Balto must pull the sled across sea ice. Character’s Traits Prediction

Clue in the Story Balto must pull the sled across sea ice. Character’s Traits What I Know Ice over water can crack, leaving big holes. Prediction

Clue in the Story Balto must pull the sled across sea ice. Character’s Traits Balto knows how to think for himself. What I Know Ice over water can crack, leaving big holes. Prediction

Clue in the Story Balto must pull the sled across sea ice. Character’s Traits Balto knows how to think for himself. What I Know Ice over water can crack, leaving big holes. Prediction Balto will be able to avoid cracks in the ice.

Sometimes you find new clues as you read.

This means you are being an active reader and a good detective.

Think about the new clues and what you already know

Then make new predictions