$75
for 5 classes
Mystery & Problem-Solving Summer Camp
New class
Ages 13-18
Live Group Course
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(56 reviews)
Rising Star
Live video meetings
5x per week, 1 week
3-12 learners per class
75 min
What's included
5 live meetings
6 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursProjects
1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the classCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
🕵️♂️ Mystery & Problem-Solving – Become a Detective! Uncover clues, solve puzzles, and think like a detective in this thrilling mystery-themed reading camp! Does your learner love puzzles, true crime, or thrilling mysteries? This interactive camp will turn them into a literary detective! Throughout the week, we’ll read and analyze exciting mystery stories, solve clues using critical thinking and logic, and even create our own detective cases. ✅ What we’ll do: 🔍 Solve short mysteries using clues, foreshadowing, and inference 🔍 Analyze how mystery writers build suspense 🔍 Explore famous detectives and their problem-solving methods 🔍 Write or design a mystery case file with characters and clues 🎭 Perfect for students who love: Escape rooms, true crime, detective stories, and solving puzzles! 📌 No prior experience needed! Join this week on its own or combine it with others for a full summer of fun!
Learning Goals
Improve critical thinking by analyzing clues and making logical predictionsStrengthen reading comprehension by identifying foreshadowing, red herrings, and plot twistsSyllabus
5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
What Makes a Great Mystery?
✅Identify key mystery elements (suspects, red herrings, foreshadowing)
✅Practice predicting outcomes
✅Compare mystery genres (cozy, thriller, detective stories)
🕵️ Activity: Read a short mystery story and take notes on clues. 75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Becoming a Detective
✅Use context clues to analyze texts
✅Identify and evaluate foreshadowing
✅Make evidence-based claims
🕵️ Activity: Solve a mini “Who Done It?” mystery using written clues. 75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Creating a Suspenseful Plot
✅Understand story structure (beginning, middle, climax, resolution)
✅Develop characters with motive and backstory
✅Strengthen logical reasoning skills
🕵️ Activity: Plan your own mystery story using a detective’s case file. 75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Twists, Turns, & Deception
✅Analyze plot twists and unreliable narrators
✅Use comparison and contrast to evaluate different mystery endings
✅Explore tone and mood in suspense writing
🕵️ Activity: Rewrite an ending to a famous mystery story with a new twist. 75 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
📌 Content Considerations:
This class includes age-appropriate reading materials that align with each week's theme.
Mystery week may discuss crime-solving elements (but no graphic violence).
📌 Neurodivergent-Friendly Classroom:
Flexible engagement: Students can participate through verbal discussion, written responses, visual projects, or movement-friendly activities.
Visual & organizational supports: Slides, guided notes, and structured discussions will help with comprehension.
Break-friendly structure: Each class includes natural pauses and interactive activities to keep learners engaged.
📌 Parental Support:
No required homework, but optional activities are available for extra engagement.
Parents are encouraged to support students in reading materials if needed.
If your student requires specific accommodations, please let me know—I’m happy to adjust to meet their needs!
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
All reading materials used in this course come from public domain texts, teacher-provided excerpts, or open-access educational resources. Possible sources include:
📖 Mystery & Problem-Solving Week:
Short mystery stories from Project Gutenberg (public domain).
Logic puzzles & detective challenges from education-based websites.
Meet the teacher
Joined August, 2020
4.9
56reviews
Rising Star
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Northwood University
Hello! I’m Mrs. Runchey, an experienced ELA (English Language Arts) teacher who specializes in inclusive education, reading comprehension, and project-based learning.
👩🏫 My Background:
15+ years of experience teaching middle and high school ELA.
Special focus on neurodivergent learners—I create flexible, engaging, and accessible lessons.
Certified in differentiated instruction and literacy strategies.
Passionate about making reading fun and meaningful for all students!
📖 Why I Created This Course:
I believe that every learner deserves a reading experience that fits their unique strengths. This camp is designed to make reading comprehension fun, creative, and stress-free, while allowing students to express their understanding in ways that work for them.
I can’t wait to meet your learner and explore these exciting stories together! 🚀📚Reviews
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