inference

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?

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?

Inference Question: What game were the kids playing?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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

Ellie tied a scarf around her eyes and stood still while Maris spun her around. Roman whispered to Maris and pointed toward the big tree. Ellie carefully stepped forward with her arms out. When her hands brushed against something soft and f

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?

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

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?