Of Mice and Men CSI Pre-Reading Activity | Engage Students with a Crime Scene Investigation
Of Mice and Men CSI Pre-Reading Activity | Engage Students with a Crime Scene Investigation
š Engage English Students with ThisĀ Of Mice and MenĀ CSI Pre-Reading Investigation!
Bring Steinbeckās classic novel to life š with this high-interest, CSI-themed pre-reading activity šµļøāāļø, specially designed for Junior Cert English classes. Before readingĀ Of Mice and Men, students step into the shoes of forensic investigators š§¤, piecing together clues from a fictional crime scene inspired by the novelās key events.
This interactive, group-based task š¤ encourages curiosity, sharpens critical thinking š§ , and builds essential skills in inference, deduction, and analysis ā all while introducing important themes like loneliness, dreams, and power. It's the perfect way to create excitement ā” and deeper engagement before beginning the novel formally.
š Whatās Included:
šŗļø Crime scene map and investigation scenario
š Coronerās reports
š§¾ Witness statements and suspect profiles
š Psychologist reports
š§āš¼ Roles for CSI Team Leader, Coroner and Detectives
ā¤ļø Why Teachers Will Love It:
āļø Aligns with learning outcomes (critical thinking, collaboration, literacy)
āļø Perfect for groups of 4ā6 students ā adaptable for different class sizes (add more detectives) and lesson timings
āļø Builds anticipation and thematic awareness before reading š„
āļø Encourages active learning, teamwork, and communication š¬
āļø Supports cross-curricular connections to science and media literacy š¬