Turn on the tube. Learners take a look at pages 10-13 of The Boy Who Invented TV. They work in groups and complete a first read to determine the gist of the section. They then reread the pages to  make and revise previous inferences and complete a Making Inferences graphic organizer.

Concepts

inferences, making inferences, word meanings

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Instructional Ideas

• Review the meaning of inferences and inferring before beginning

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson three of 13 in the series 5th Grade ELA Module 2B, Unit 2
• Order of lessons is important

Pros

• Includes completed graphic organizer for teacher reference
• Offers ideas to meet the needs of struggling readers

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.5.1 SL.5.1.a SL.5.1.b SL.5.1.c SL.5.1.d L.5.4.a L.5.4.c