Inference

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Grade 4 Read/Write

Teacher Facing
January 9, 2025

Unit 4: Treasure Island: X Marks the Spot

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Materials

Student

Teacher

● Student activity page

● Amplify Reader- Unit 5: Treasure

Island

● Response Cards

● Slide Deck
● Amplify Reader- Unit 5: Treasure

Island

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Suggested Agenda

Component

Slide #s

Time*

Do Now/Lesson
introduction

18-20

5 min

Direct teach

21-31

15 min

Skill practice

32-43

22 min

Closing

44

1 min

*These times are a

suggestion.

Please change
and prioritize as
needed for your

students.

Read before continuing!

This lesson contains an excerpt from 'Treasure Island,' based on the
original novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson. The story chronicles the
adventures of a young narrator who discovers a treasure map. The
interactions and conflicts that arise in the narrator's quest to find treasure
can be violent and therefore sensitive to some readers. Be sure to read the
text first and prepare appropriate support strategies for students who may
be affected by this content.

Teacher Facing Sensitive Content Slide

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Knowledge Objective:

SWBAT analyze and understand the key elements of fiction through the
study of Treasure Island including character development, setting, plot,
and literary devices.

Chapter 1

The Old

Seadog and

the Black

Spot

Chapter 2:

The Sea
Chest and
the Blind

Man

Chapter 3:

The

Adventure

Begins

Chapter 8:

The Life
Hangs in

the Balance

Chapter 7:
“Shiver Me
Timbers”

Chapter 9:

The Adventure

Comes to an

End

Chapter 4:

What I Heard
in the Apple

Barrel

Chapter 5:
The Man on
the Island

Chapter 6:
The Plan

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Do Now

1. The day could not have been finer for flying a kite.
The sky was huge and inviting, its deep blue
softening to white at the edges. Not a single cloud
spoiled its beauty. Still, Martha thought of the chores
that needed doing, of the book left unfinished on her
bed. She reached for any excuse she might give her
father to get out of the promise she had made.

Excerpt from “The Kite Man’s Daughter” used with permission from HMH © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company

In the paragraph, the word chores means -

A. games
B. missions
C. tasks
D. projects

2. The day could not have been finer for flying a
kite. The sky was huge and inviting, its deep blue
softening to white at the edges. Not a single cloud
spoiled its beauty. Still, Martha thought of the
chores that needed doing, of the book left
unfinished on her bed. She reached for any excuse
she might give her father to get out of the promise
she had made.

Excerpt from “The Kite Man’s Daughter” used with permission from HMH © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
In the paragraph, what does the word excuse
mean?

A.reason
B.lie
C.story
D.responsibility

Multiple Choice

In the paragraph, the word chores means -

The word chores means ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

In the paragraph, what does the word excuse mean?

The word excuse means ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

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LO: SWBAT make inferences and
use evidence to support
understanding.

DOL: Given a fiction text, students will correctly make
inferences and use evidence to support understanding
in at least 4 of 5 questions.

Unit 4: Treasure Island: X Marks the Spot

Ⓡ 4.6F make inferences and use evidence to support understanding JAN9

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_______________

(noun)

______ _____________

(noun)

use information directly

from texts to justify

responses

___________________

(noun)

is an educated guess
based on clues in the
text and what readers

already know

Academic Vocabulary

inference, information, text evidence

facts provided or learned

about someone or

something

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information

(noun)

text evidence

(noun)

use information directly

from texts to justify

responses

inference

(noun)

is an educated guess
based on clues in the
text and what readers

already know

Academic Vocabulary

facts provided or learned

about someone or

something

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HOT Question

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Knowledge Objective:

SWBAT analyze and understand the key elements of fiction through the
study of Treasure Island including character development, setting, plot,
and literary devices.

Chapter 2:

The Sea
Chest and
the Blind

Man

Chapter 1

The Old

Seadog and

the Black

Spot

an idea that must be

inferred by analyzing the

details in a text

an idea that is directly
quoted from the text

The difference between implicit and stated
responses is…

Implicit

Response

Stated

Response

an idea that must be

inferred by analyzing the

details in a text

an idea that is directly
quoted from the text

The difference between implicit and stated
responses is…

Multiple Choice

Readers make inferences by ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

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What do I need as a reader

to make an inference when reading a

text?

text

evidence

I know

background
knowledge
(Schema)

inference
(logical
guess)

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Why is text evidence important?
Text evidence is important because …

helps readers confirm their interpretations and
understandings of the text.

strengthens critical thinking skills as readers must
distinguish which parts of the text are relevant.

keeps readers engaged and actively involved with
the text.

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The Science Project

Maya's science project wasn't going as planned. The bean plants that
were supposed to grow toward the sunlight had barely sprouted, and the
science fair was in three days. Just when she was about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed that the windowsill was too cold. Together, they
moved the plants to a warmer spot on top of the bookshelf. By Friday, tiny
green shoots were reaching up toward the ceiling, and Maya learned that
sometimes the best solutions come from asking for help.

I know…

I can infer…
text evidence

Just when she was
about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed
that the windowsill
was too cold.

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The Science Project

Maya's science project wasn't going as planned. The bean plants that
were supposed to grow toward the sunlight had barely sprouted, and the
science fair was in three days. Just when she was about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed that the windowsill was too cold. Together, they
moved the plants to a warmer spot on top of the bookshelf. By Friday, tiny
green shoots were reaching up toward the ceiling, and Maya learned that
sometimes the best solutions come from asking for help.

I know…

I can infer…

text evidence

Just when she was
about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed
that the windowsill
was too cold.

working on a big
project can make
people feel anxious

text evidence

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The Science Project

Maya's science project wasn't going as planned. The bean plants that
were supposed to grow toward the sunlight had barely sprouted, and the
science fair was in three days. Just when she was about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed that the windowsill was too cold. Together, they
moved the plants to a warmer spot on top of the bookshelf. By Friday, tiny
green shoots were reaching up toward the ceiling, and Maya learned that
sometimes the best solutions come from asking for help.

I know…

I can infer…

text evidence

Just when she was
about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed
that the windowsill
was too cold.

working on a big
project can make
people feel anxious

I can infer that Maya
is probably feeling
frustrated her project
isn't going the way
she planned.

text evidence

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The Science Project

Maya's science project wasn't going as planned. The bean plants that
were supposed to grow toward the sunlight had barely sprouted, and the
science fair was in three days. Just when she was about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed that the windowsill was too cold. Together, they
moved the plants to a warmer spot on top of the bookshelf. By Friday, tiny
green shoots were reaching up toward the ceiling, and Maya learned that
sometimes the best solutions come from asking for help.

I know…

I can infer…

text evidence
Together, they
moved the plants
to a warmer spot
on top of the
bookshelf.

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The Science Project

Maya's science project wasn't going as planned. The bean plants that
were supposed to grow toward the sunlight had barely sprouted, and the
science fair was in three days. Just when she was about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed that the windowsill was too cold. Together, they
moved the plants to a warmer spot on top of the bookshelf. By Friday, tiny
green shoots were reaching up toward the ceiling, and Maya learned that
sometimes the best solutions come from asking for help.

I know…

working together helps

I can infer…

text evidence
Together, they
moved the plants
to a warmer spot
on top of the
bookshelf.

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The Science Project

Maya's science project wasn't going as planned. The bean plants that
were supposed to grow toward the sunlight had barely sprouted, and the
science fair was in three days. Just when she was about to give up, her
older sister Jen noticed that the windowsill was too cold. Together, they
moved the plants to a warmer spot on top of the bookshelf. By Friday, tiny
green shoots were reaching up toward the ceiling, and Maya learned that
sometimes the best solutions come from asking for help.

I know…

working together helps

I can infer…

text evidence
Together, they
moved the plants
to a warmer spot
on top of the
bookshelf.

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Lunchtime Friends

Devin couldn't believe he had forgotten his lunch money again. As he sat
quietly at the cafeteria table, his stomach growling, his best friend Marcus
slid into the seat next to him. Without saying a word, Marcus broke his
sandwich in half and handed part to Devin. "My mom always packs extra,"
Marcus said with a shrug. Devin smiled, realizing that while he might be
forgetful sometimes, he was lucky to have such a good friend.

I know…

I can infer…

when someone helps
without being asked,
they’re usually
observant and caring

Marcus is a
thoughtful friend
because he noticed
Devin's problem and
helped.

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Lunchtime Friends

Devin couldn't believe he had forgotten his lunch money again. As he sat
quietly at the cafeteria table, his stomach growling, his best friend Marcus
slid into the seat next to him. Without saying a word, Marcus broke his
sandwich in half and handed part to Devin. "My mom always packs extra,"
Marcus said with a shrug. Devin smiled, realizing that while he might be
forgetful sometimes, he was lucky to have such a good friend.

I know…

I can infer…

text evidence
“Without saying a
word, Marcus broke
his sandwich in half
and handed part to
Devin.”

when someone helps
without being asked,
they’re usually
observant and caring

Marcus is a
thoughtful friend
because he noticed
Devin's problem and
helped

Multiple Choice

Part A
Based on the details in the story
“Lunchtime Friends” what can the
reader infer about Devin?

The reader can infer ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

Part B

Which sentence from the selection supports the answer to Part A?

The sentence that supports my answer is ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

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_________________

(noun)

_________________

(verb)-

_________________

(noun)

Content Vocabulary – farthing, gargoyle, ensue

a coin worth less than
a penny formerly used

in Great Britain

a stone carving of a

strange figure used as

decoration on a

building

to follow right after

another event

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farthing

(noun)

ensue
(verb)-

gargoyle

(noun)

Content Vocabulary

a coin worth less than
a penny formerly used

in Great Britain

a stone carving of a

strange figure used as

decoration on a

building

to follow right after

another event

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Treasure Island

Chapter 2:

The Sea Chest
and the Blind

Man

Read

Stop

Jot!

Read pgs. 10-12

Stop and ask yourself:

●What is happening in the
text?

●What inferences can you
make?

●What evidence can support
your inference?

This is important!

Underline key words

or details.

I don’t understand.

Readers are expected to…

1

2

3

Multiple Choice

Which word from pg. 14 helps the reader understand the meaning of the word scarper?

The word that helps the readers understand is ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

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Just then we heard a whistle in the darkness. I guessed it
was some sort of signal. The men had left a guard, and he
was warning them of impending danger.

“There’s Dirk,” one of them pronounced. “We’ll have to
scarper, and quick, mates!”

Pew, however, attempted to convince the others to hold
their ground and not flee like scalded rats.

Treasure Island pg. 14

Which word from pg. 14 helps the reader understand the meaning of the
word scarper?

A. signal
B. danger
C. pronounced
D. flee

“Chapter 2: The Sea Chest and the Blind Man” Vocabulary

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What can the reader infer about Jim’s mother?

Text evidence
“I pride myself on
being an honest
woman,” my mother
said. “I’ll take what I’m
owed and not a
farthing more or less.”

I know…

The reader can infer that Jim’s mother…

Multiple Choice

Based on the details on pg.10, what can the reader infer about Jim’s mother?

The details help me infer ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Select

Why are Jim and his mother afraid when they leave the inn?

Select TWO correct answers.

Jim and his mother are afraid because ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Read

Stop

Jot!

Read pgs. 13-15

Stop and ask yourself:

●What is happening in the
text?

●What inferences can you
make?

●What evidence can support
your inference?

This is important!

Underline key words

or details.

I don’t understand.

Readers are expected to…

1

2

3

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How doesJim feel
about Pew and his

men?

Jim feels __________ about
Pew and his men because…

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Read this sentence from pg. 13

The sound of his voice sent a cold shiver running down
my spine.

What is the most likely reason Jim describes “a cold
shiver running down my spine” when Pew spoke?

A.Jim was surprised by the sudden noise in the quiet inn.
B.Jim was terrified by Pew's fury and cruel threats.
C.Jim was worried about getting caught hiding upstairs.
D.JIm was afraid of being punished for helping the captain.

Multiple Choice

Read this sentence from page 13.

The sound of his voice sent a cold shiver running down my spine.

What is the most likely reason Jim describes “a cold shiver running down my spine” when Pew spoke?

The reason Jim describes it that way because ...

• A

• B

• C

• D

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How does Pew treat
the men that work

for him?

Pew treats the men
that work for him…

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Based on the details in the chapter, what can the reader conclude
about Pew based on how he treats his men? Support your answer
using evidence from the text.

SCR

Look-fors in SCR responses:
❏ A complete response will provide

one of the possible responses.

❏ Evidence is accurately used to

support the response.

❏ The response and the evidence to

support it are based on the text.

1 point

2 points

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Based on the details in the chapter, the reader can
conclude that Pew is a cruel leader who cares more
about finding Flint's map than his own men's safety.
Pew yells, “Scatter and look for him, you lily-livered
cowards! Oh, if I had my eyes, what I wouldn’t do right
now!” These details show that Pew is willing to insult
and threaten his own men to get what he wants.

Based on the details in the chapter, what can the reader conclude
about Pew based on how he treats his men? Support your answer
using evidence from the text.

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Based on the details in the chapter, the reader can
conclude that Pew is

Based on the details in the chapter, what can the reader conclude
about Pew based on how he treats his men? Support your answer
using evidence from the text.

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Based on the details in the chapter, the reader can
conclude that Pew is a cruel leader who cares more
about finding Flint's map than his own men's safety.

Based on the details in the chapter, what can the reader conclude
about Pew based on how he treats his men? Support your answer
using evidence from the text.

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Based on the details in the chapter, the reader can
conclude that Pew is a cruel leader who cares more
about finding Flint's map than his own men's safety.
Pew yells, “Scatter and look for him, you lily-livered
cowards! Oh, if I had my eyes, what I wouldn’t do right
now!”

Based on the details in the chapter, what can the reader conclude
about Pew based on how he treats his men? Support your answer
using evidence from the text.

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Based on the details in the chapter, the reader can
conclude that Pew is a cruel leader who cares more
about finding Flint's map than his own men's safety.
Pew yells, “Scatter and look for him, you lily-livered
cowards! Oh, if I had my eyes, what I wouldn’t do right
now!” These details show that Pew is willing to insult
and threaten his own men to get what he wants.

Based on the details in the chapter, what can the reader conclude
about Pew based on how he treats his men? Support your answer
using evidence from the text.

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Real World Connection:
When life throws
lemons at you make
lemonade.

Unit 4: Treasure Island: X Marks the Spot

Ⓡ 4.6F make inferences and use evidence to support understanding JAN9

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HOT Question

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DOL: Given a fiction
text, students will
correctly make
inferences and use
evidence to support
understanding in at
least 4 of 5
questions.

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