1. Observation vs Inference
Write on the RIGHT SIDE of your journal

2. Observation The process of obtaining information using your sense
Sometimes our senses are not good enough for specific observations so we use tools such as:
Microscopes
Telescopes
Scales/ rulers
Thermometers

3. Inference Mental judgements you make based on your observations
NOT observed, more like a conclusion about your observation

4. Example 1 Observation: A plant is wilted
Inference: The plant must need water

5. Example 2 Observation: The car stopped running
Inference: The driver forgot to get gas

6. Example 3 Observation: Ms. Gravette is yelling
Inference: She is upset because students are talking

7. Give some Observations and Inferences about the picture.

8. Give some Observations and Inferences about the picture.

9. Reflection (Left Side)
Record 5 observations that you see in your home or backyard.
Next to each observation, provide an inference that could be made based upon your observation.