Lesson Plan
Who What Where Detective
Students will don detective badges and accurately answer simple who, what, and where questions using themed question cards, strengthening their reading comprehension and oral response skills.
This targeted practice helps 2nd graders focus on key question words, boosting comprehension, vocabulary, and confidence in discussing text details—critical foundations for fluent reading.
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Prep
Prepare Detective Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Detective Briefing
2 minutes
Step 2
Question Card Investigation
10 minutes
Step 3
Reflection & Reward
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Who What Where Detective
Your Detective Mission
Your Detective Tools
Review Question Words
Detective Briefing (2 min)
Investigation Phase (10 min)
Reflection & Reward (3 min)
Ready, Detective?

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