Learning Target · What & Why
I can predict what happens next using a story clue so I can explain a reasonable interpretation.
I Know I Am Successful When…
- I make a prediction about the moving words.
- I identify a clue from the opening.
- I explain how the clue supports my prediction.
Prediction Warm-Up: The Moving Words Mystery
Let’s get your brain focused for a moment. Read this story starter carefully:
“The ink bottle tipped over by itself, and the words on the page started to move…”
Your job is to predict what happens next. Make it thoughtful, not random. Give the moment a little attention so your prediction actually connects to the sentence.
Instructions for Students:
- Read the story starter slowly so you catch every detail.
- Think about what could logically or creatively happen next.
- Write 3–5 sentences: What do you predict will happen next, and which TWO story clues support your prediction?
- Use clear details to explain why your prediction makes sense.
- Post your response in the comments.
Reading Tools to Guide Your Thinking:
- Look for clues in the sentence.
- Visualize the scene in your mind.
- Think about similar stories you’ve read before.
- Use cause and effect: If the words moved… then what might happen next?
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