Crime Scene Detectives: Murder at Mapleton Manor
In this fun, interactive murder mystery game, learners will take on the role of detectives to solve the case by examining evidence, interviewing suspects and using deductive reasoning.
Cera Ward, SLDS
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(131)
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this class, learners will become junior detectives in order to solve a murder mystery! First, we will get background information on the case by reading the “official” Incident Report. Next, we will read interview transcripts and learners will have a chance to question all of the suspects. Then, we will conduct a search of the crime scene, looking for evidence that might help us solve the case. Detectives will need to keep their eyes peeled as clues could be hidden anywhere! Each learner will choose an area to “search”. Then they will receive a piece of evidence to analyze individually. We will then come back together as a group to compare the evidence that we have found. In order to solve the case, detectives will need to work together to show that their accused suspect had means, motive and opportunity. Learners will need to print out the provided Case Files before class. We will use these to take notes and organize the investigation.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners should be comfortable with the topic of murder in this context, however there are no graphic details or pictures and care has been taken to keep the story age-appropriate. Content warning (*spoiler*): There are mentions of animal cruelty (lab testing).
Supply List
A 6-page PDF (Case Files) will be posted in the classroom upon enrollment. Please print this out before class as it contains important information and you will need it to take notes. Learners may also need to keep tabs open on their computer to refer back to certain documents.
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2021
4.9
131reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there! My name is Cera (sounds like "Sarah"), and I am a highly experienced teacher with a passion for education and learning. I am a certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist and have completed coursework towards a Master's in Education with a focus on teaching multiple subjects to students in grades K-8.
I have been working in the field of education for the past ten years, and have a wealth of experience teaching reading and writing, as well as English as a second language. I have worked with students from elementary to middle school, both in the classroom and online, and have over five years of experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in English Language Arts.
In addition to my expertise in reading and writing, I am also interested in using storytelling and elements of game design to make learning more engaging and interactive. I love to create escape rooms and other types of mysteries, treasure hunts, and games that inspire learners to think critically and creatively.
In all of my classes, I aim to develop skills in communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, and strive to create learning experiences that are both challenging and fun. Whether it's an escape room or a book club, I believe that learning should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, and I look forward to sharing that experience with your learners!
In my free time I love to read, crochet, decorate cookies and look for tiny doors hidden in trees.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$18
per classMeets once
75 min
Completed by 87 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
4-6 learners per class
