Learning how to make inferences is a vital skill for young readers—and one that often needs repeated practice in engaging formats. If you're a teacher or homeschool parent working with Grades 1–4, this WH Questions Inference Boom Cards deck is a flexible, no-prep way to build comprehension skills with rich, short scenarios that spark thinking and discussion.
Whether students are just beginning to explore “how” and “why” questions or reviewing key reading strategies in small group interventions, this deck meets learners where they are. Students read short illustrated stories, then use clues to answer a WH question. Each card targets inferencing skills while reinforcing reading comprehension.
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Supports Grades 2–3, With Scaffolds for Grade 1 and Review for Grade 4
The deck is designed primarily for Grades 2–3, but includes visual clues, simple sentence structure, and vocabulary scaffolding for younger learners in Grade 1. The questions also serve as solid review and intervention support for struggling readers in Grade 4 who need more structured inference practice.
Why Inference Skills Matter
While literal questions ask students to recall directly stated information, inferential questions require deeper thinking. Students must combine what they read with what they already know to draw conclusions. Mastering inference helps them:
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Understand character motivation
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Predict story outcomes
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Think beyond the text
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Read with critical awareness
This deck gives them daily practice with “why,” “how,” “what happened,” and “who” questions, all tied to relatable situations in school, home, and everyday settings.
Sneak Peek at the Activity!
THE PENCIL PICK-UP
Jayla rushed down the hallway gripping a pencil. “Wait!” she called as a classmate turned the corner. She waved the pencil in the air and smiled.
Question: Why did Jayla run down the hall?
Answer Options:
A. To write her homework
B. To return a pencil
C. To ask a question
D. To catch the teacher
✅ Correct Answer: B. To return a pencil
Explanation: Jayla is holding the pencil and calling out to a classmate who has already turned the corner. Waving the pencil and smiling suggests she is returning something that belongs to them—in this case, a pencil.
Let’s break down why the other answer choices are incorrect:
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A. To write her homework: If Jayla wanted to write, she wouldn’t be running and calling after someone. The scenario implies she’s chasing someone, not trying to complete an assignment.
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C. To ask a question: There’s no mention of confusion or inquiry. Her actions (running, waving the pencil, smiling) point to returning something, not seeking an answer.
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D. To catch the teacher: The classmate—not a teacher—is the one turning the corner, and Jayla is calling after them. This rules out the teacher as the intended person.
This card is a perfect example of how the deck blends visual cues with short narratives to guide students toward thoughtful answers.
Key Features That Make This Deck Effective
🎯 Focused Inference Practice
Each card asks students to draw logical conclusions from everyday school situations—no wild guesses, just thoughtful reading and thinking.
🧠 Higher-Order Thinking
Instead of yes/no or true/false formats, students must reason through four choices. This builds critical thinking, reasoning, and reading comprehension skills.
🎨 Engaging Visuals
Illustrations like Jayla holding a pencil while running support the story context, helping students make better inferences.
💻 Self-Checking Format
Cards are self-grading on Boom Learning, giving students immediate feedback and saving teachers time on assessments.
📱 Flexible for Different Learning Environments
Use in small groups, literacy centers, morning work, homework, or speech therapy sessions—on iPads, Chromebooks, or desktops.
Why You'll Love This Inference Boom Deck
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Designed for Grades 2–3 with support for Grade 1 and review for Grade 4
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Self-checking, interactive format that boosts student confidence
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Promotes logical thinking through real-world school and home scenarios
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Easy to assign, fun to use, and completely no-prep
Perfect For:
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General education classrooms
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Reading intervention programs
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Homeschooling families
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ESL and ELL instruction
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SLPs working on comprehension and reasoning
If your learners struggle with questions like “Why did the character do that?” or “What will happen next?”—this deck is a must-have for your digital toolkit.
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