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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectReading
What age groupYear or Grade 6
What topicmaking inferences
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Lesson Introduction: Making Inferences in Reading

Hook: The Mysterious Package

Objective

To introduce the skill of making inferences while sparking curiosity and engagement among students.

The Scenario

Start the lesson by presenting a mysterious, sealed package in the front of the classroom. Make sure it’s something intriguing but not immediately recognizable. It could be a small box or an envelope—something that invites questions.

The Setup

  1. Introduce the Package:

    • Say something like, "Today, we’re going to explore a very special item that I received. It can tell us a lot more than just its appearance!"

  2. Activate Curiosity:

    • Ask, "What do you think is inside this package?"
    • Encourage students to brainstorm in pairs or small groups, sharing their ideas.

  3. Discussion Prompt:

    • After a few minutes, bring the class back together and ask each group to share one guess.
    • Write their ideas on the board, emphasizing how they arrived at their conclusions based on what little they know about the package.

Reflecting on Inferences

  1. Connecting Inferences:

    • Explain that making inferences is similar to what they just practiced; they had to use clues from their observations (the package’s size, shape, and weight) to guess what might be inside.

  2. Introduction to Reading Context:

    • Transition by saying, "Just like we inferred what was inside this package, we can use clues from texts to make inferences about characters, settings, and events in stories."

Setting the Stage for Learning

  1. Lesson Goals:

    • Share that by the end of the lesson, they will learn how to make inferences while reading a text and support their ideas with evidence.

  2. Teaser:

    • Finally, hint that they might get to explore the contents of the package after the lesson, keeping the excitement alive and rewarding their engagement.

Conclusion

This approach not only engages students’ curiosity but also sets the stage for deeper discussions about inference-making in reading. The mysterious package serves as a tangible and interactive way to introduce abstract concepts, making learning memorable.