English Mastery
Speculating and Hypothesising
Pupils learn to make sensible, reasoned guesses about what could happen, using the language of possibility and basing predictions on clues.
English MasteryAge 9+30 minutes
What this topic covers
- Make a sensible guess based on a clue, not at random.
- Use words of possibility such as might, maybe, could and perhaps.
- Predict what could happen and give the reason behind the guess.
Core concept summaries
Key IdeasMaking a Good GuessWords of Possibility
Practice formats pupils may meet
NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.
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