

Help Year 6 pupils master challenging SATs-style inference skills with this focused reading pack built around subtle emotions, hidden motives and evidence-based answers.
This resource includes 5 short, engaging reading texts with carefully structured inference questions that encourage children to:
✓ read between the lines
✓ use evidence to justify ideas
✓ interpret author’s word choices
✓ explain characters’ feelings and intentions
Perfect for:
• SATs preparation
• guided reading
• whole-class discussion
• independent practice
• homework tasks
What’s included:
✔ 5 original SATs-style reading passages
✔ 7 inference questions per text
✔ evidence-based responses
✔ concise teacher-friendly answer guides
✔ printable worksheet format
Inference skills covered:
• hidden emotions and thoughts
• character motivation
• cause and effect
• social situations
• author’s language choices
• evidence justification
Text themes include:
• quiet kindness
• handling conflict calmly
• feeling left out
• generosity and fairness
• inner decision-making
(All relatable real-life scenarios beyond the classroom.)
Part of a growing KS2 Inference Practice Series:
• Pack 1 – Everyday Worries
• Pack 2 – Choices & Consequences
• Pack 3 – Classroom & Social Situations
• Pack 4 – Real-Life Moments
• Pack 5 – Hidden Thoughts & Motives
Looking for teaching tips?
I also share practical strategies for teaching inference skills here:
Inference Strategies for KS2
Try before you buy!
A free inference sample is available in my TES shop to preview question style and quality.
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