Through completing the scavenger hunt, pupils will learn about the features of non-fiction texts. It is suitable for pupils to work on their own, in pairs or in groups, and may be used as either a pre-teaching or revision activity. Put together with KS3 in mind, it would also be great for an injection of fun at KS4.
The lesson in designed to be a high-engagement, independent and challenging activity for pupils, but low-prep and no-marking for teachers.
The premise:
Detective Amanda Lord, a seasoned investigator with a love of stylish accessories, finds herself the victim of a theft… her beloved fedora hat has been stolen. When she finds a ransom note, your class must work hard to solve a series of clues to crack the code and find her missing hat.
What you get with this complete lesson pack:
- Engaging narrative premise
- Accompanying PowerPoint
- Printable resources
- Answer sheets
Non-fiction text types covered:
- Instructions
- Tabloid newspaper articles
- Broadsheet newspaper articles
- Advice
- Reports
- Formal letters
- Informal letters
- Reviews
- Speeches
- Social Media Posts
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