This Zoo Parts of Speech Mystery is the perfect grammar and reading review for 2nd–3rd grade detectives, and a great remediation tool for 4th–5th graders on nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions. It’s a grammar escape room designed as an animal-themed mystery activity. Students complete parts of speech and reading worksheets that serve as clues! Print and digital mystery options are included: ideal for centers, partners, small groups, or a zoo classroom transformation.
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This zoo parts of speech mystery is the perfect review for 2nd–3rd grade detectives, and a great remediation tool for 4th–5th graders! It’s a grammar escape room designed as a fun themed mystery activity. Students complete grammar worksheets that review nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions—each worksheet serving as a clue to help solve the mystery. Both print and digital options are included, making it flexible for centers, partners, small groups, whole group, or a classroom transformation.
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Ordinary grammar worksheets can feel repetitive, but grammar mysteries make practice exciting. Every clue solved brings students closer to uncovering the culprit, keeping them motivated from start to finish. These no-prep escape room activities are simple to use and require zero prep beyond printing.
Print-and-go with no prep
Fun storyline with an engaging theme
Differentiation built in (3 clues vs. 5 clues)
Works for 2nd–3rd grade review and 4th–5th grade remediation
Digital version included in Google Slides (downloadable to PowerPoint)
Introduce the Story – Share the mystery premise and suspect list.
Solve Grammar Clues – Students review parts of speech in context.
Cross Off Suspects or Locations – Each solution eliminates an option.
Reveal the Culprit – When all clues are solved, the mystery is complete!
It’s that simple—no cutting, sorting, or prep beyond printing.
Students will practice:
Identifying nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, and prepositions
Sorting and using parts of speech in context
Choosing correct parts of speech in sentences
Fixing common grammar errors
Applying grammar to short reading tasks
One complete Parts of Speech Mystery (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, prepositions)
3-clue and 5-clue versions for easy differentiation
Printable PDFs + digital Google Slides
Recording sheets, suspect list, certificates of completion
Fast-finisher directed drawing activities
Ready to use—no prep required
Flexible for grades 2–5 (review or remediation)
Differentiated versions (3 and 5 clues) to meet diverse needs
Keeps students engaged with a game-like format
Aligned to grammar standards
Grammar mysteries aren’t just a copy of math mysteries! They feature brand-new clues, focus on grammar and reading practice, and have their own unique conclusions. The only shared feature is the starting suspect list—everything else is different.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Do these come with 3 clues or 5 clues?
Both! There are 2 versions so you can use the version that works best with your class. Or, you could differentiate and use the 3 clue version with some students and the 5 clue version with other groups. Both versions lead to the same conclusion/culprit, ensuring that students will not be aware of the different leveled assignments.
Are the grammar mysteries the same as the MATH mysteries?
No. Grammar mysteries have their own unique set of clues that focus on grammar and reading skills. While the structure is similar, the storylines and solutions are different from the math mysteries. The only part that’s the same is the initial list of suspects—but each mystery has a different culprit. Check out the preview to see the differences in detail—you can absolutely purchase both subjects and enjoy solving the mystery twice!
Are the grammar mysteries the same as the PHONICS mysteries?
Yes. Grammar and phonics mysteries share the same overall storyline and conclusion. What makes them different is the skill practice: phonics mysteries focus on phonics and decoding, while grammar mysteries focus on grammar and reading skills.
Is a digital version included?
Yes! The digital version is available in Google Slides and the link is included in the printable PDF. You can download the Google Slides to use in PowerPoint if needed as well.
Who are the Parts of Speech Mysteries designed for?
Grammar mystery packs for grades 2-3 and 4-5 include two versions (a grade-level grammar skill and a parts of speech review). The Parts of Speech Mysteries are a great option for teachers who only want the parts of speech version without the added grade-level skill. Each one focuses only on reviewing parts of speech and comes with both 3- and 5-clue options.
What should students do if they finish early?
A fast finisher directed drawing activity (6 unique drawings to choose from) is included for students who finish early! There is also a certificate of completion for every student. You could also have students work on incomplete assignments or read a book.
Will my students need support?
Most students in grades 2-5 can complete the mysteries in centers, partners, small groups, or teams. For lower level students, these work great in small groups with the teacher table.
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