Bring mystery and excitement into the classroom with this engaging Simpsons-themed murder mystery, where pupils become detectives and must solve the case of who killed Mr Burns.

In this fun and challenging investigation activity, pupils must use their reasoning, deduction and problem-solving skills to identify the culprit. They will investigate suspects, examine alibis, analyse clues and eliminate possibilities until they uncover the truth behind the mystery.

This resource is not linked to a specific subject area, making it perfect for classroom enrichment, end-of-term activities, reward lessons or opportunities to develop critical thinking and teamwork skills.

This resource includes:

• A Simpsons-themed murder mystery storyline.
• A range of suspects to investigate.
• Character alibis and clues for pupils to analyse.
• A detective worksheet for pupils to record each suspect’s alibi and evidence.
• A structured investigation process to help pupils track clues and identify the culprit.

Editable Canva version included:
A link to an editable Canva version of the mystery and worksheet is included with your purchase. This allows teachers to customise the activity, adapt the clues, edit the suspects or tailor the resource to suit the needs of their learners.