Lesson Learner Objectives
Mission Probable activities aim to enable learners to actively engage with educational content by making decisions that influence the direction of the learning experience, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a sense of ownership over their learning journey
English Language Arts Standards Met
4.RI.3 Explain events, procedures, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, including what happened and why, based on specific information in the text 4.RI.6 Compare and contrast a firsthand and secondhand account of the same event or topic; describe the differences in focus and the information provided.
4.RI.9 Integrate information from two texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably
4.W.8 Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; take notes and categorize information, and provide a list of sources.
4.SL.1 Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 4 topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly. 4.SL.1.b Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions and carry out assigned roles.
Lesson Gains
Learner agency:
Students have the power to make choices that impact the learning path, promoting active participation and engagement.
Branching narrative:
The content is structured with multiple pathways based on learner choices, offering diverse learning experiences.
Decision-making skills:
Learners must analyze information and consider potential consequences of their choices.
Real-world application:
By making choices relevant to real-life scenarios, learners can apply knowledge in practical contexts
CASEL Core Competencies Met for Transformative SEL
DO
Laugh
Raise Hand
Listen
Talk
Work together
DON'T
Use Inappropriate Language
Be Rude or Unkind
Interrupt
Get Up or Make an Action Without Permission
CONSEQUENCES
Added Peril
Time Damage
"Boss" Score Keeping
What's Next? Game Box Missions
These missions are meant to be played if you have bought a copy of What's Next... which you can look at HERE. They are meant to be played as a whole class with a Game Master Present
MISSION #1: Drums of Koala Cove
MISSION #2: The Skyscraper Caper