← Printables Read each clue together. The magic question is always "How do you know?"

Reading between the lines

Be a detective: the story gives clues, you work out the rest. Pairs with the inference lesson.

A · Quick clues

  1. Sam's tummy rumbled and he stared at the biscuits.What does Sam want?
  2. The dog ran to the door with its lead in its mouth.What does the dog think will happen?

B · Feelings + evidence

  1. Mia hid behind the sofa and put her hands over her ears. The doorbell went BONG. How does Mia feel?
    How do you know?
  2. Leo read his report twice, then ran downstairs with the biggest smile, shouting "Mum! Mum!" How does Leo feel?
    How do you know?

C · What happens next?

Tom pulled up his hood, picked up his umbrella, and looked at the dark grey sky. What do you think happens next — and why?

Answers (fold under) — accept any answer backed by a clue. A1: he's hungry / wants a biscuit (tummy rumbled, staring).   A2: a walk (lead + door).  |  B3: scared (hiding, covering ears).   B4: happy / excited / proud (biggest smile, running & shouting).  |  C: it's going to rain (hood, umbrella, dark sky).