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Natalie whispered to her friend and kept glancing at the teacher. When the teacher looked her way, she quickly sat up straight and folded her hands. What can you infer Natalie had been doing?

Natalie was talking when she should not have been.

Every time the teacher asked a question, Grace’s hand shot up. She had her notes open, and her eyes sparkled with excitement. What can you infer about Grace’s feelings toward the lesson?

Grace is interested in the subject her teacher is teaching and she knows a lot about that topic by looking at her notes to help her.

Tyler’s hands were shaky as he stood in front of the class. His voice trembled, and he avoided looking anyone in the eye. What can you infer Tyler is feeling?

Tyler is feeling nervous.

When Jonah got home, he walked straight to his room, dropped his bag, and flopped onto his bed without saying a word. His shoulders slumped, and he didn’t respond when his mom called. What can you infer about Jonah’s day?

Jonah had a bad day and he was upset.

Oliver was wearing a cape and holding a broom like a sword. He shouted, “Let’s save the day!” What can you infer Oliver is doing?

Oliver is pretending to be a superhero.

Noah tiptoed down the hallway and whispered to his sister, “Don’t wake Mom.” He held a card behind his back and grinned. What can you infer about what day it might be?

It might be their mom's birthday or Mother's Day.

After Sarah finished her homework, she put her pencils away, sat back, and smiled. She looked out the window and saw the sun setting.

Sarah might relax or do something fun since her homework is done.

The teacher turned off the lights and the room became quiet. A bright image appeared on the screen as the kids looked up. What is likely happening?

A video or slideshow is starting.

Nathan had dirt on his knees and grass stains on his shirt. He grinned as he held up the baseball for everyone to see. What happened before this moment?

Nathan played a baseball game. Maybe he dove and caught the ball.

Isabel opened the mostly empty fridge and frowned. She saw an empty milk carton and only one egg. She closed the door and sighed. What can you infer Isabel is thinking?

Isabel needs to go grocery shopping because she has no food. She might also be hungry.

Ben clutched his stomach and moaned. He had eaten four slices of cake and drank two sodas. How is Ben likely feeling?

Ben is feeling full and maybe sick.

Kayla looked at the puzzle pieces scattered on the table. She sighed and started turning them all face up. What is Kayla getting ready to do?

Kayla is getting ready to build the puzzle.

Beth walked from her house to the corner. There are other kids already at the corner. It is before school. What are the kids waiting for?

The kids are waiting for the school bus to arrive to take them to school.

It is the end of the school year and the teachers have planned a field day for their students. Liam has been misbehaving for weeks. What consequence might happen for Liam?

Liam will not be able to participate in the field day.

Sophie had a suitcase, a teddy bear, and a ticket in her hand. Her family stood in a line and looked up at a big screen showing times and numbers. Where can you infer Sophie is?

Sophie is at an airport or train station.

Isabella’s bike had a flat tire. She frowned and carried it back to the garage. Her knee had a small scrape on it. What can you infer happened to Isabella?

Isabella fell off her bike when her tire went flat.

Lucas held a crayon in his hand. He looked at the wall and then at his mom’s serious face. What can you infer Lucas did?

Lucas drew on the wall with the crayon.

Chloe's dog was hiding under the table with his tail between his legs. There were torn-up papers all over the floor. What can you infer the dog did?

Chloe's dog tore the paper up and it knows that it shouldn't have done that.

Aiden had his pajamas on and a flashlight under his blanket. He was reading a book even though the lights were off. What can you infer Aiden was supposed to be doing?

Aidan was supposed to be sleeping.

Lily grabbed her jacket and zipped it up all the way. She noticed that the wind was getting stronger, and the sky was turning gray. What do you think was about to happen?

It might rain or get colder because of the strong wind.