Analyzing the Mystery Novel "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin

This is a sixth grade unit on the mystery novel "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin. Students will analyze the character's motives, identify clues to solve the mystery, make predictions about the conclusion, and identify 'red herrings'. This unit on detective fiction includes a complete packet with graphic organizers, a pacing guide, and an assessment with answer key.
Resource ID#: 26007 Type: Unit/Lesson Sequence
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Direct Link: http://www.readworks.org/lessons/grade6/westing-game

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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 11 Hour(s)
Keywords: mystery novel, drawing conclusions, plot, predictions, The Westing Game, Ellen Raskin, red herring
Instructional Component Type(s): Unit/Lesson Sequence,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: General Collection

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