The Aquarium — Making Inference — Reading Comprehension
Grades
3
4
5
6
Standards
RL.4.1
RL.5.1
RL.6.1
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About This Reader
This engaging passage titled "The Aquarium" helps 4th grade students develop their ability to identify explicit details and make inferences as outlined in CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1. The narrative follows Miguel as he observes colorful fish, sharks, and sea turtles through glass viewing panels, taking photos to document his experience. Students must use specific textual evidence including "glass," "fish," "coral reefs," and "tour guide" to determine Miguel's location at an aquarium rather than alternative settings. The second question requires students to infer what Miguel is using to remember his visit based on the explicit mention of "snapped a photo with his new camera." This passage effectively teaches students to use textual details when explaining both stated facts and reasonable conclusions. The marine science theme introduces related vocabulary while appealing to students' curiosity about ocean life, creating an engaging context for practicing critical reading comprehension skills.
Miguel pressed his face against the glass. Brilliant fish in every color swam through coral reefs. A spotted shark glided silently overhead. The tour guide pointed to a tank where a diver was feeding the sea turtles. Miguel quickly snapped a photo with his new camera.
Where is Miguel?
At the beachAt an aquariumOn a boatWhat is Miguel using to remember his visit?
A souvenirA notebookA cameraCommon Core Standards Covered
RL.4.1
Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
RL.5.1
Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
Grade Levels:
Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6
Subjects:
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