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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