Learning Journey
Discover
Students will engage in playing mystery-themed board games to identify explicit and inferential information, connecting these skills to real-world detective scenarios and reflecting on their importance in everyday problem-solving.
Days 1 - 3
Introduction to Detective Board Games
Activity 30m
Understanding Explicit Information
Activity 30m
Exploring Inferences
Activity 30m
Examine
Students will engage in self-directed investigations and research into various board games and mystery stories to identify explicit and inferential information, enhancing their analytical skills and preparing them to teach these concepts to younger students.
Days 4 - 7
Board Game Analysis
Activity 30m
In-Depth Mystery Story Analysis
Activity 30m
Inference Skills Workshop
Activity 30m
Comparative Game Analysis
Activity 30m
Engineer
Students will collaboratively design and build an engaging board game that teaches younger students how to identify explicit and inferential information, incorporating elements from detective stories and games to make the learning experience interactive and fun.
Days 8 - 11
Design a Mystery Game Session
Activity 30m
Final Game Session Design
Activity 30m
Mock Game Session
Activity 30m
Game Facilitation Skills
Activity 30m
Do
Students will facilitate board games with 3rd graders to teach explicit and inferential information, collect feedback on their teaching effectiveness, and document observations to assess their impact on comprehension challenges.
Days 12 - 14
Game Session with Younger Students
Activity 30m
Reflection and Feedback Review
Activity 15m
Improvement Workshop
Activity 15m
Revised Game Facilitation
Activity 30m
Share
Students will present their detective-themed board games and findings to younger students, demonstrating their understanding of explicit and inferential information, while reflecting on their learning journey and its impact on their communication skills.
Days 15 - 16
Presentation Preparation
Activity 15m
Peer Presentation Practice
Activity 15m
Final Presentation to School Staff and Peers
Activity 20m
Reflection and Celebration
Activity 10m