Tombful of Trouble - Session 1 - Suspect Board

In "Tombful of Trouble - Session 1", students are introduced to an engaging activity where they must scrutinise text to gather and note down facts about various suspects. The Suspect Board is a crucial tool in this detective-themed exercise, serving as a repository for all the information they uncover. The board is split into sections, each dedicated to a different character under suspicion. For the first session, the individuals under scrutiny include Mr. Howard Carter, Monsieur Couture, and Mr. Russell. Students are encouraged to delve into the provided text, extracting key details that could either incriminate or exonerate these suspects in the unfolding mystery.

Continuing with the same session, the Suspect Board is extended to feature additional characters: Mr. Potts, Miss Hall, and Mr. Kelly. Students must apply their investigative reading skills to collect facts about these new suspects, documenting their findings on the board. The activity is designed to be dynamic, allowing for the addition of even more suspects as the story progresses. This element of the game keeps students engaged and encourages continuous interaction with the text. The Suspect Board not only aids in comprehension but also fosters critical thinking as students piece together the puzzle of the narrative.