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Students will practice inferring characters’ thoughts and feelings by analyzing mini-mystery scenarios, completing a clue chart, debating peer interpretations, and reflecting on empathy.

Building inference and empathy skills helps students understand diverse perspectives, improving social communication and positive interactions both in and out of the classroom.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Mini Mysteries Reading

10 minutes

Step 3

Clue Chart Completion

15 minutes

Step 4

Group Inference Debate

15 minutes

Step 5

Empathy Exit Ticket

5 minutes

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