Infer from text clues
~8 min
If a story says a dog wagged its tail and jumped, you can infer it felt excited.
Understanding Feelings from Clues
Find the Clue
The boy has a big smile and is clapping his hands.
Sometimes a story tells you how a person feels by describing what they are doing. If you see clues like a big smile or clapping, you can infer the person is happy.
💡 Look at the person's face or body to find the clue.