Lesson Plan

Becoming a Direction Detective

Guide the student to become a Direction Detective by following detailed directions, enhancing listening accuracy and confidence.

This lesson is important as it strengthens the student’s ability to listen carefully and follow instructions, while engaging them in a fun, mystery-solving activity.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Setup

5 minutes

Step 2

Engaging in the Detective Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Cool-Down

5 minutes

lenny

Slide Deck

Welcome, Detective!

Introduce the activity by setting the stage of a mystery. Explain to the student that they are a detective and each slide will give them clues and steps to follow.

Step 1: Listen Carefully

Explain the importance of listening carefully. Use simple language to connect instructions with actions.

Step 2: Follow the Clue

Encourage interaction. Ask the student what they think the clue might refer to, initiating a personal connection to the learning process.

Step 3: Solve the Puzzle

Guide the student to think about the process and continue the sequential steps

Great Job, Detective!

Wrap up by congratulating the student. Instruct a brief discussion or share what they enjoyed.

lenny

Activity

lenny
lenny

Cool Down

lenny
lenny

The Direction Detective

user image

Jamilah Murrell

Tier 3
For Districts