Investigations
Carlos noticed his front door was slightly ajar when he returned home. Inside, his living room looked untouched, but the back door was wide open. There was a muddy footprint on the kitchen floor. What do you think happened? How do you know?
Someone might have broken into the house but left quickly through the back door. The footprint suggests they went outside in a hurry.
I am often used to cover things, but I’m not a lid. I keep food fresh, but I’m not a container. You can stretch me, and I stick to itself. What am I?
plastic wrap
If a person is constantly checking their phone and glancing around nervously, then you could infer that...
The person is likely expecting a message or is waiting for something important.
This character is mistreated by her family, forced to do all the chores, but later attends a grand event where they are unrecognizable. Who is this girl?
Cinderella
A group of people sit together, surrounded by dark shadows and flickering light, their attention fixed on a large screen ahead as they quietly enjoy their shared experience. Where are they?
A movie theater
Sophia came home to find the back gate of her yard open, and her dog missing. Also, the dog's leash was missing and a bracelet was lying on the ground near the gate. The dog's favorite toy was still in the yard. What happened?
Someone took the dog.
I’m small and have six faces, but none of them speak. My favorite activity is rolling around, offering a game of chance. What am I
A die or dice
If the lights flicker, followed by a sudden drop in temperature and a strange humming sound, then you could infer that...
There might be an electrical problem, such as a power surge or malfunction.
A young girl disobeys her mother’s warning and takes food to a family member, only to be tricked by a stranger in disguise. Who is that girl?
Goldilocks
People gather in rows, waiting for the signal to start. With a burst of energy, they move quickly and steadily toward a common goal. What is happening?
The people are racing.
Liam was excited to play his video game, but it wouldn't turn on when he grabbed the controller. He checked the console and saw that the power cord was unplugged. There were small sticky fingerprints on the screen, and a juice box, tipped over, was dripping onto the carpet. What happened?
His younger sibling was messing with the video game.
I start dry but become wet as I do my job. You rely on me especially after you turn off the shower. What am I?
towel
If a character in a story avoids looking at an object they've been asked about and speaks in a shaky voice, then you could infer that...
The character might be hiding something or feeling guilty about their involvement with the object.
If a child is taken from their family and locked away for years, with no way to leave except by using something that grows longer over time, then you could infer this is a story about which character?
Rapunzel
Colors of red, yellow, and blue click together with a satisfying snap, as smaller pieces interlock to form a sturdy structure, gradually taking shape with each connection. What is happening?
Someone's building with Legos
During art class, Emma reached for the red paint, but the bottle was nearly empty. There were splatters of red paint on the table, and a trail of drops led across the floor to another table. A student sitting there was painting a fire truck. What happened?
The student painting the fire truck likely used too much red paint and accidentally spilled or dripped some while walking back to their table. This explains the paint trail, the empty bottle, and why their painting required a lot of red.
I carry passengers to different places, but need a partner to help steer me along. You’ll often find me at stations waiting for my next journey. What am I?
train
If a person is carrying a brief case, walking quickly towards a tall office building, and checking their watch every few seconds, then you could infer that...
The person is likely in a hurry because they are late to work.
Someone climbs up high despite the risk, falls, and no amount of help can put things back the way they were. Who is that character?
Humpty Dumpty
The crowd stood along the street, their eyes fixed on the colorful displays of movement and sound, while lively music echoed and people in bright outfits marched by. What is happening?
It's a parade
Lena was having a picnic at the beach. She left her sandwich on a napkin while grabbing a drink. When she returned, the sandwich was gone and a trail of small marks led away from her beach towel.
A seagull likely stole the sandwich while Lena was away.The marks leading away from the towel were the seagull's footprints.
I’m small and sharp, and I help connect things that need to stay together. I’m not useful alone, but in the right hands, I can create something beautiful. What am I?
A needle
If, after hearing a loud crash from the kitchen, there’s a long silence followed by soft footsteps and the door to the garage closing softly, then you could infer that...
Someone may have caused the crash and is now trying to avoid being noticed, possibly by leaving the scene quickly.
This character prefers to live alone in a remote, swampy place but is forced to go on a journey with an unlikely companion to solve a problem. Along the way, they realize they are capable of friendship and love. What story is this?
Shrek
With every twist, it tightens fast,
As players move, their hopes are cast.
Around and round, they make it go,
Until it’s wrapped and ends the show. What is happening?
People are playing tetherball.