English Mastery

Words in Context & Prediction

Pupils work out unfamiliar words from surrounding context, and make predictions justified by evidence in the text.

English MasteryAge 9+25 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Work out an unfamiliar word from the words around it.
  • Check the guessed meaning fits back into the sentence.
  • Predict what happens next, justified by evidence.

Core concept summaries

Key IdeasThe Passage: The Lighthouse KeeperNeighbours Explain StrangersSee It WorkThe Trap

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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