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Sherlock Holmes

Arthur Conan Doyle · Reading & Learning Unit

Why this unit?

In this unit you will meet the most famous detective in the world – Sherlock Holmes. Here is why it is worth knowing, and what you will learn along the way:

How this unit works: In every station you read first and then work on the tasks (some stations have more than one reading and task part, so plan about 30–45 minutes). Work on your own – your teacher is there to help you. The unit does not tell you the whole story: you discover it yourself by reading the book.

Before you start

Sherlock Holmes is one of the most famous characters in the world – a brilliant, unusual detective who solves crimes by careful observation and logical thinking. His loyal friend, Dr Watson, tells the stories, so we experience every case almost as much in the dark as everyone else does. Read step by step and find out how Holmes really works.

It is also one of the first true detective novels: expect clever clues, sharp dialogue and a puzzle to solve.

The unit – so far 2 stations

Cards, timeline & places

1 · Before Reading: Conan Doyle & Victorian London

Flip cards with background facts, do a short quiz, then build a timeline and match the places in the story.

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Part 1 · Reading

2 · The First Meeting

Read how Watson and Holmes meet for the very first time, check your understanding and write a short text.

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More stations coming soon

The next stations will follow once we know which parts of the book we will read next.

in Vorbereitung