Inferring

• “Read between the lines”
• Pick up on meaning not explicitly stated in the text
• Combining information from various sources in text in order to draw conclusions

Understanding Learning Theory, Metacognition - Macromedia Shockwave interactive inference exercise for students called "What's in the Bag?"

Reading Comprehension, Definition of - this site gives key ideas and provides activities that can be used at many levels. It also provides scaffolded lessons and a list of children's books that lend themselves to inferential thinking.

Illinois Public Schools website with several Inference Links - a part of Strategies that Work that defines inference and gives activities for teachers.

Indiana Public Schools with Inference Activity - a tutorial for inferring that is student-friendly (elementary level).

My School Online, Making Inferences - defines and gives examples of inferring