Inferences & Predictions, Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. make predictions before reading.
2. make predictions while reading.
3. make inferences while reading.
4. apply decoding strategies to problem-solve words while reading.

• I can make predictions before and while reading.
• I can make inferences while reading.
• I can apply decoding strategies to problem-solve unknown words.

Writing Response: On a T-Chart, make a list of five (5) things you need to do to throw a surprise party in the left column.  In the right column, write a list of things that could possibly go wrong for each of these items.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Discuss Predictions and Inferences as a whole-group
4) Students will collaboratively work on "The Ransom of Red Chief" pre-reading vocabulary (pg. 47)