wrote Puzzle Stories (CSI & Agatha Christie) curriculum for French Fairy Tales

Title: "Les Énigmes des Contes de Fées Français" (The Enigmas of French Fairy Tales)

Module 1: Cinderella

• Puzzle Story: "The Vanishing Glass Slipper"
• Enter the enchanting world of Cinderella and her fairy godmother.
• Investigate the mystery of the glass slipper disappearing from the prince's ball.
• Solve fairy tale-inspired puzzles, follow magical clues, and uncover the truth behind the disappearance.

Module 2: Beauty and the Beast

• Puzzle Story: "The Cursed Rose"
• Explore the timeless tale of Beauty and the Beast.
• Investigate the mystery of the cursed rose wilting before the last petal falls.
• Analyze enchanting clues, solve puzzles inspired by the castle's magic, and uncover the key to breaking the curse.

Module 3: Sleeping Beauty

• Puzzle Story: "The Thirteen Fairy Godmothers"
• Immerse yourself in the world of Sleeping Beauty and her slumbering curse.
• Investigate the mystery of the thirteenth fairy godmother's dark intentions.
• Solve riddles, navigate through magical obstacles, and discover the truth behind the curse's origins.

Module 4: Little Red Riding Hood

• Puzzle Story: "The Wolf's Disguise"
• Step into the forest of Little Red Riding Hood and her encounter with the cunning wolf.
• Investigate the mystery of the wolf's disguise and his true intentions.
• Analyze clues hidden in the woods, solve logic puzzles, and expose the wolf's identity.

Module 5: The Little Mermaid

• Puzzle Story: "The Voiceless Siren"
• Dive into the depths of The Little Mermaid's tale.
• Investigate the mystery of the mermaid losing her voice in exchange for legs.
• Decode underwater clues, solve puzzles inspired by oceanic elements, and uncover the means to restore her voice.

Module 6: Puss in Boots

• Puzzle Story: "The Clever Cat's Treasure"
• Explore the adventures of Puss in Boots and his master.
• Investigate the mystery of the hidden treasure and its elusive location.
• Analyze clever clues, solve puzzles inspired by the cat's wit, and unveil the path to the hidden wealth.

Each module includes:

• Background information about the specific fairy tale and its cultural significance.
• Interactive puzzles and challenges that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Language exercises and vocabulary building activities related to French fairy tales and storytelling.
• Discussion questions to foster reflection and deeper understanding of the themes and moral lessons.
• Extension activities that allow students to explore further the world of French fairy tales, including writing their own fairy tales or creating illustrations.

Through these puzzle stories, students will engage with French fairy tales and their timeless allure. They will develop their analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity while immersing themselves in the mysteries and magic of these beloved stories. The curriculum aims to make learning about French fairy tales an interactive and engaging experience, inspired by the genres of CSI and Agatha Christie.