English 9

Today we will continue working on our detective notebook. Be sure to collect all relevant information to build a good case. Too much information is not an issue when collecting data; you don't have to use it all for your final project.

When you have completed your notebook, start working on your final project. For this assignment, students will write a formal police report. Here are the basics:

Summary of the crime (18 marks)

Write a 200-300 word summary of the case. This is a formal written report, so pay attention to the quality of your written expression. Write the details in chronological order showing how the case unfolded. Be sure to include the crucial evidence which helped you to solve the case.

Checklist:

• title (The Case of the Crooked Man)
• date
• rough draft
• edit for spelling, sentence structure, clarity

Hand in your notebook along with your summary by Friday, February 19th