MAP 2nd Grade Reading

MAP 2nd Grade Reading helps second graders develop essential reading skills, comprehension, and vocabulary to become confident readers.

Understanding StoriesFinding the Main IdeaExpanding VocabularyReading Nonfiction
Making PredictionsComparing and ContrastingDrawing ConclusionsUnderstanding Author's Purpose
Reading Signs and LabelsFollowing Written InstructionsUsing a Dictionary or Glossary
Using Pictures and IllustrationsRereading and Asking QuestionsBreaking Down Big Words
Understanding Storie...Finding the Main Ide...Expanding VocabularyReading NonfictionMaking PredictionsComparing and Contra...Drawing ConclusionsUnderstanding Author...Reading Signs and La...Following Written In...Using a Dictionary o...Using Pictures and I...Rereading and Asking...Breaking Down Big Wo...
Advanced Topics

Making Predictions

Guess What Happens Next

Making predictions is using clues from the story and what you already know to guess what might happen next.

How to Make Predictions

  • Look at the title and pictures before you read.
  • Think about what has already happened in the story.
  • Ask yourself, "What do I think will happen next?"

Checking Predictions

As you read, see if your guess was right. It’s okay if you were wrong—you can make a new prediction!

Why Predict?

Predicting keeps your brain active and makes reading more exciting.

Examples

  • Seeing a dog hide his bone and guessing he will dig it up later.

  • Reading that it’s cloudy and guessing it might rain in the story.

In a Nutshell

Making predictions is guessing what will happen next using clues.

Key Terms

Prediction
A guess about what will happen next in a story.
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Comparing and Contrasting