1. Ms. Azeff

2. A YOUNG, AMERICAN GENRE

3. Why mystery? “It’s elementary, my dear Watson!” Highlights observation and logic skills Detectives present theories which they back up with evidence (text evidence) A good detective is a critical thinker and problem solver Plus… Many fictional detectives are prodigies (gifted/talented) Puzzles are fun! Based on Research by P. Burkhart, J. Summa, J. Flack, & R.L. Kellogg HISTORY OF MYSTERY

4. Reading Workshop Edgar Allen Poe Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Dame Agatha Christie MARKING PERIOD 1

5. Writing Workshop: Create own mystery text Can work individually or in a small group Short story, poem collection, or video Opportunities to submit work to writing competitions! MARKING PERIOD 2

6. Hedgerow Theater in Media, PA October 2015 “Tales From Edgar Allan Poe” FIELD TRIP