Cam+Jansen+Mysteries

Cam Jansen Mysteries Homepage David Adler Webpage

Discussion Questions
 * 1) What is a mystery? How is it different from or similar to a puzzle?
 * 2) Why do you think Cam chooses a mystery when her teacher lets her choose a book?
 * 3) Find factual examples of information that David Adler has included that informs the reader, even though the story is made up.
 * 4) Why is it important to get facts right? Name some situations where it is important to get the facts exactly right.
 * 5) What happens when people jump to conclusions?
 * 6) Why do you think Cam always closes her eyes when she says, "Click"?
 * 7) Does a picture always show things accurately or as they are?
 * 8) Can a picture or photograph be altered or changed to omit important information?
 * 9) What makes Cam a good detective?

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