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This KS2 reading resource is designed to support Year 6 pupils in developing inference and evidence-based answering skills in preparation for SATs.

The pack contains five short, age-appropriate reading texts, each followed by a set of carefully structured inference questions.

This is PACK 2 of our SATS Reading Inference Practice Texts

Text Set Overview:

The Group Project – Responsibility, unequal effort, subtle frustration
The Missed Turn – Games, fairness vs confidence, social pressure
The New Partner – Working with someone unfamiliar, adjustment and respect
The Borrowed Pen – Trust, minor conflict, subtle annoyance
The Class Vote – Majority vs minority, quiet disagreement, confidence and maturity

What’s Included:

5 original short reading texts
8 inference questions per text (40 questions in total)
Complete answer section for all questions
General marking guidance to support flexible assessment
Clean, printable layout suitable for photocopying or display

Skills Covered

Making inferences from character behaviour Identifying words and phrases that show feelings Explaining ideas using evidence from the text Understanding contrast and mood Interpreting author choices and implied meaning

Marking Guidance (Included)

Answers are intentionally written to allow for reasonable alternatives, provided pupils:

Refer clearly to the text Give logical explanations Use appropriate evidence

This mirrors SATs-style marking, reducing teacher workload while allowing professional judgement.

Who Is This For?

Year 6 (KS2) Teachers preparing pupils for SATs reading papers Teachers wanting structured inference practice without long texts Tutors and home educators

Why Teachers Like This Resource

✔ Short, manageable texts
✔ Clear SATs-style questioning
✔ Flexible marking approach
✔ Suitable for mixed-ability classes
✔ Minimal preparation required

Related Resources

This pack is designed to work alongside the free KS2 SATs Reading inference sample, allowing teachers to trial the style before purchasing.

Save time and money with the complete Inference Practice Bundle — includes all texts, questions and answer keys in one download.

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KS2 SATs Reading Inference Practice – Complete 5 Pack Bundle (With Answers)

Save time and boost pupils’ confidence in inference with this complete KS2 SATs-style reading bundle. This growing series of focused inference packs has been carefully designed to mirror the thinking skills required in Year 6 SATs reading papers — helping children justify answers using evidence while exploring realistic, engaging scenarios. Perfect for teachers who want high-quality practice without endless preparation. **This bundle includes 5 full packs:** ✔ Pack 1 – Everyday Worries ✔ Pack 2 – Choices & Consequences ✔ Pack 3 – Classroom & Social Situations ✔ Pack 4 – Real-Life Moments ✔ Pack 5 – Hidden Thoughts & Motives **Each pack contains:** ✓ 5 original SATs-style reading passages ✓ inference questions for every text ✓ evidence-based responses ✓ concise teacher-friendly answer guides ✓ printable worksheet format **Inference skills covered across the bundle:** • reading between the lines • identifying emotions and motives • justifying ideas with evidence • understanding author’s word choices • cause and effect reasoning • interpreting social situations **Ideal for:** • KS2 SATs preparation • guided reading sessions • whole-class discussion • targeted intervention • independent practice • homework **Try before you buy** A free inference sample is available in my TES shop to preview question style and quality. **Teaching support** For practical classroom strategies for teaching inference skills, visit: [Inference Strategies for KS2 ](https://magickidslearning.com/ks2-sats-inference-strategies/) If this bundle helps your pupils, a quick review is hugely appreciated and helps other teachers find it too.

£10.00

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