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Learning About Prediction

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The skill of prediction as a reading strategy is explored. Learners are shown how to use clues within a story, along with pictures, to make predictions as to what's going to happen in the story. A clever in-class game which uses objects hidden in paper lunch bags is explained.

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story sequencing, stories, sequencing, sequence of events, context clues, making predictions

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context clues, prediction, story sequencing, english language arts
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Grade
1st - 2nd
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
30 mins
Instructional Strategy
Collaborative Learning
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