The Westing Game Lesson Plan

Detective Logs

Kind of Activity:

Long-term Project

Objective:

Gather, evaluate, synthesize evidence

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.1; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.A; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.B; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1(A, C)

Structure:

There are many characters, relationships, and clues to track as the plot unfolds. This activity is designed to support comprehension with note-taking, organizational strategies, and peer collaboration.

Activity:

Using notebooks or packets, have students each set up a detective's log with one profile page for each character. Depending on the level of your students, you may allow them to format their...