🔍 Part 1: Making Inferences

Remember: Explicit Details + Logical Reasoning = New Learning (Inference)

1. Read this passage and complete the graphic organizer below:

Sarah walked into the kitchen and saw flour scattered on the counter, chocolate chips spilled on the floor, and her little brother Tommy standing on a chair with frosting on his face and hands. The oven timer was beeping loudly.

Explicit Details from the text:

My logical reasoning (what I know from experience):

My inference (new learning):

2. What can you infer about Tommy's personality? Use the formula:

🧠 Part 2: Practice Your Inference Skills

3. Read the scenario and fill in the inference organizer:

Marcus packed his sleeping bag, flashlight, and bug spray. He checked the weather forecast three times and made sure his phone was fully charged. His backpack was heavy with water bottles and trail mix.

Explicit Details: _________________________________

Logical Reasoning: _____________________________

Inference: ____________________________________

4. Choose the best inference based on this information:

The parking lot was completely full. People were carrying blankets and pointing at the sky. Food trucks lined the street, and families were setting up chairs in the park.

There is a special outdoor event happening

The park is closed for construction

It's a normal day at the park

People are lost and confused

5. Explain your reasoning for question 4: