Teachers love this activity because it’s:
- Engaging – Nursery rhymes are familiar and fun, making them the perfect springboard for mystery writing.
- Flexible – Use it in whole group lessons, literacy centers, or as an independent project.
- Seasonal or Year-Round – Works beautifully as a Halloween activity, but also fits into any mystery genre unit.
- Low-Prep – Everything is ready for you. Just print, post, and go!
What’s Included:
- Teacher Notes – Clear instructions for easy implementation.
- Student Directions – Post on your smart board or print for literacy centers.
- Poster Templates – Two styles (blank or with boxes and lines), two sizes each (8.5 X 11 and 11 X 17), with directions for enlarging.
- 30 Nursery Rhyme Cards – A wide variety for students to investigate and transform.
- Rubric – Simplifies grading and makes expectations clear.
Your students will be begging to solve more mysteries after this activity! It’s a big hit every year and a must-have addition to your Halloween lessons, genre studies, or writing workshop.
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Pam
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Pam
