Original PromptTeach students the Steps to Make a Prediction; Look at clues before reading: Check the book cover, title, and pictures. Ask yourself, "What might this story be about? "Use your background knowledge: Think about what you already know from your own life or other books. Pause during reading: Stop at exciting parts. Ask, "What will happen next?" based on what just occurred. Use sentence frames: Say or write, "I think [this] will happen because [clue from the story]." Include practice samples and the...
This resource focuses on the concept of making predictions while reading. It likens the act of predicting to being a detective, where clues in the text or illustrations help readers make educated guesses about what will happen next in a story. The document outlines a structured approach to predictions through various steps: inspecting the book cover for clues, using background knowledge to make connections with other stories, and pausing at key moments to consider what might happen next. It includes practical exercises and sentence frames to support learners in articulating their predictions with reasoning, emphasizing that a sound prediction is based on evidence rather than mere guesswork.