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Bundle of 7 Mystery Plays

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Cover of Look Under the Bed, a mystery play and readers’ theater for grades 3–5 with 22 parts, by Sue Peterson
Cover of the bed-and-breakfast mystery play
Mystery play synopsis and cast list of 22 parts, including Jen, her family, Kit Kat the cat, and inn guests
Play page 1 of 17: synopsis and characters
Opening script introduces the Jorgenson family and their inn in Whiskers, followed by Lily and a reporter
Play page 2 of 17: setting and introductions
Mystery script continues as Kit Kat hides Lily’s microphone, Lily faints, and Jen asks if it was stolen
Play page 3 of 17: the microphone disappears
Mystery script introduces Rosie, Hank, and Ruby, three bingo winners arriving for a weekend at the inn
Play page 4 of 17: three bingo winners arrive
Mystery script shows Kit Kat taking Hank’s false teeth before Professor Brainy, Gena, and Mathison arrive
Play page 5 of 17: teeth vanish and guests arrive
Mystery script follows Professor Brainy finishing a grant application as Kit Kat takes his glasses at lunch
Play page 6 of 17: Kit Kat takes the glasses
Mystery script continues as Professor Brainy discovers his glasses are missing and the newlyweds arrive
Play page 7 of 17: missing glasses and newlyweds
Mystery script shows Kit Kat stealing a wedding ring and Jen calling Mindy and Mandy to help investigate
Play page 8 of 17: a ring vanishes and Jen calls
Mystery script follows the children finding hair balls, scratch marks, and whiskers as the twins claim a solution
Play page 9 of 17: clues point toward a solution
Attributes
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Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Author
Sue Peterson
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About This Product

The Bundle of 7 Mystery Plays is an invaluable educational resource tailor-made to boost literacy skills for students in grades 1 to grade 5. This intriguing compilation includes seven original plays that are both entertaining and essential for developing reading comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary.

In a delightful blend of mystery and readers' theater, the learning process becomes engaging and enjoyable. These plays are perfect for various educational activities such as:

  • Read-Alouds

  • Shared Reading

  • Drama Performances

This versatile tool can be used in large or small group settings or even assigned as interesting homework. The focus is not on memorizing lines but on improving oral skills through captivating storylines. Additionally, these mystery plays provide a unique opportunity for performance; promoting social skills and cooperative learning by organizing productions involving parents or other classes.

The importance of the Bundle of 7 Mystery Plays, however, goes beyond acting—it also revitalizes teaching methods like active listening.

Versatility across Grades

The package caters to multi-grades with high adaptability according to student abilities—featuring speaking parts while allowing extra tasks.

Included Detailed Teaching Guide

A comprehensive Teaching Guide comes with discussion questions and performance tips, as well as insights into:

  1. Author's Intent

  2. Word Choice

  3. Main Ideas

  4. Setting, and more

The 115-page resource also encourages developing creative/critical thinking and creative expression skills via additional student-designed activities targeting character understanding and other comprehension elements!

In conclusion, the Bundle of 7 Mystery Plays is a flexible, interactive, all-inclusive teaching resource that enhances students' learning experiences—cultivating their academic, social, and creative growth. All educators need this essential tool to introduce fun into the classroom while captivatingly meeting curriculum objectives.

For additional creative plays by this author (Sue Peterson), check out the TeachSimple site.

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