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A CRIME SCENE STORY GAME

CRIME SCENE
INVESTIGATION

Study the clues. Receive a motive. Create the most convincing story.

No preparation required · One classroom screen · Students work in teams

CHOOSE A MYSTERY

CHOOSE A CRIME SCENE

Select a scene for the class to investigate.

A shocked teacher discovering a vandalized science classroom

OBSERVATION ROUND

STUDY THE CRIME SCENE

Examine the picture carefully. Write down anything that looks suspicious or important. You will use these details to create a story.

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OBSERVATION COMPLETE Check the suspicious elements before revealing the motive.

Preparation time 8:00

A shocked teacher discovering a vandalized science classroom

MOTIVE

REVENGE

Create a story explaining how revenge led to this crime scene.

What happened in the science classroom?
Who was involved?
What happened before the classroom was vandalized?
Why did the person commit the crime? (Motive)
Which three details support your story?

We believe that someone...
The people involved were...
Before the classroom was vandalized,...
The person acted because...
The _____ suggests that...

Sequence words: First · Next · After that · Finally

FINAL ROUND

TIME TO PRESENT!

Each team presents its explanation of the crime scene.

Your Story Must Explain

What happened
Who was involved
What happened before the crime
Why the person committed the crime (motive)
Which three details support the story

Choose an Award

TEACHER INSTRUCTIONS

HOW TO PLAY

Divide the class into small teams.
Choose an observation time.
Students examine the scene and note suspicious details.
The game reveals a random motive and five story prompts.
Teams create a story using the motive and at least three details.
Teams present their stories. Choose the most convincing explanation.

Students need: Paper and something to write with.

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CONTENT WARNING

MATURE CRIME SCENE

This fictional scene shows an unconscious adult and a visible but limited amount of blood. It is recommended for mature students.