Mystery Map

Make this knowledge treasure hunt a real challenge! Create a Mystery Map with hidden words, facts, or hints to find treasures. Intrigue your classmates!

• 1.

  First, decide on the reason for your Mystery Map. Will it reveal a math fact, point to a hint about a class project, list spelling words, or maybe lead to hidden treasure? What logical steps would lead another person to your goal? Make a list with Crayola® Colored Pencils.

• 2.

  On paper, use your colored pencils to draw the hints in correct sequence on your map. Surround the clues with drawings you make with erasable colored pencils. Write connecting words between the steps.

• 3.

  Ask your friends to solve the map’s mystery by trying to figure out the answers. Then erase the areas surrounding your clues to reveal the answers. What a great way to have fun while you study together!

Benefits

• Children compare and contrast varying approaches to present information, as they create a workable study guide.
• Children recall information they have learned, when approached with a different context. 
• Children interact and discuss information that is relevant to a variety of subjects.

Adaptations

• Use the Mystery Map for a treasure hunt with a younger class. Draw clues that lead to a prize such as a puppet show, science demonstration, or music-making event.
• Write stories or poetry. Reveal one line every day.
• Assessment: Create a Mystery Map as an alternative means of testing. Provide clues and prompts that lead to correct answers.