Fact Finders Teacher Guide
The Fact Finders Teacher Guide outlines the Day 2 instruction for analyzing the Mary Celeste mystery, focusing on the distinction between direct facts and reasonable inferences in non-fiction.
Fact Finders Slides
Day 2 presentation slides focusing on non-fiction textual evidence and inferences. Uses the historical mystery of the Mary Celeste. Updated with sentence starters and improved visual balance.
Mary Celeste Reading Passage
The Mary Celeste Reading Passage provides a factual summary of the famous maritime mystery, designed for students to practice distinguishing between explicit facts and inferences in non-fiction text. Updated for better page-fit and annotation space.
Fact Finders Answer Key
The Fact Finders Answer Key provides factual evidence and sample inferences for the Mary Celeste investigation, including a model synthesis response.
Fact Finders Script
The Fact Finders Script provides the teacher with a structured instructional path for Day 2, focusing on the Mary Celeste mystery and the distinction between facts and inferences in non-fiction. Updated for improved contrast and page layout.
Fact Finders Evidence Log
A structured evidence log for non-fiction analysis. Students categorize explicit facts, map them to inferences, and write a formal analysis. Updated for single-page fit and better writing space.