Help your students master the art of inference with this engaging, ready-to-use lesson based on Pixar’s short film Bao. Designed for KS2 learners, this lesson supports pupils in identifying and justifying a character’s thoughts, feelings, and motives using evidence from the text.
What is included:
Editable lesson slides (ActivInspire) and PDF version.
Teacher prompts and role-play activity to explore how we interpret feelings and motives
Film-based task using Bao (available via Youtube) with timed pauses for structured reflection.
Printable worksheet where pupils record their inferences at key points in the story
Plenary question to consolidate understanding and encourage reflection
Video link included
Key features:
Supports KS2 English Reading – Inference objectives
Builds empathy and analytical thinking through visual storytelling
Encourages evidence-based responses
Editable materials – easy to adapt to suit your class
Aligned with the UK National Curriculum – adaptable for Common Core / international use
Perfect for:
English / Literacy lessons
Inference-focused reading sessions
Years 3–6 (KS2)
Whole-class teaching, group work, or cover lessons
Film and narrative comprehension
Chinese New Year themed activities.
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