Vocabulary guide
- observation: something noticed using the senses or a tool
- inference: an explanation based on evidence
- fair comparison: a comparison where only the chosen condition changes
Comprehension answers
- Which cube became smaller? The cube in sunlight
- Which statement is an observation? The sunny cube is smaller.
- Why use similar-sized cubes? For a fair comparison
- What is the inference? Sunlight may have warmed the cube faster.
Writing model
Observation: The ice cube in sunlight became smaller. Observation: Both cubes started at similar sizes. Inference: Sunlight may have warmed one cube more quickly.
Word Study
observation; inference (in that order).
Sentence Builder
The ice cube in sunlight is smaller.
School English
Possible response: What did you observe about the ice cube in sunlight?
Accept other polite and relevant answers.
Teaching notes
Read the passage aloud for the listening panel. For the language panel, model one sentence aloud and let students change the sentence starter. For the speaking and transfer panels, accept a clear, relevant response in the student’s own words. Invite planning in a familiar language and adjust support to English proficiency.