The Sisterhood Sleuths Outreach Program: Where Learning Becomes an Adventure
Step into a world where curiosity unlocks courage, teamwork sparks transformation, and every mystery hides a life lesson. The Sisterhood Sleuths Outreach Program brings the excitement of literature, puzzles, and problem-solving straight into classrooms, libraries, and youth groups - turning learning into a thrilling journey of discovery.
Created by award-winning author Cathy Warshaw, this free program uses The Obsidian Eye to empower students ages 10+ to think critically, collaborate creatively, and uncover the hero within. Each lesson blends storytelling with real- world skills—helping kids explore courage, friendship, leadership, and resilience while having fun.
A Curriculum Built for Every Young Sleuth
The Outreach Program features a 30-chapter curriculum, thoughtfully structured for students at different developmental stages:
Each chapter includes:
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A lesson plan with real-world connections
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Guided discussions that spark deeper thinking
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Student worksheets tailored to age and learning needs
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Creative activities and “song-tie-ins” to deepen emotional learning
Sample Lesson Plans & Activities
Lesson 1: Themes of Friendship & Courage
Guided discussion, character comparison, and role-play activities that highlight trust, bravery, and teamwork.
Lesson 2: Mystery & Problem-Solving
Puzzle-based challenges inspired by the story, plus a “create-your-own cipher” activity that turns every student into a codebreaker.
Lesson 3: Empowerment & Identity
Journal prompts and group sharing that help students connect their own lives to the story’s themes of belonging, confidence, and self-discovery.
Lesson 4: Creative Writing Challenge
Students draft a short mystery inspired by The Obsidian Eye, developing storytelling skills while embracing their inner sleuth.
Adventure-Based Learning They Will Never Forget
Students don’t just read the story - they live it:
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A lesson plan with real-world connections
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Guided discussions that spark deeper thinking
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Student worksheets tailored to age and learning needs
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Creative activities and “song-tie-ins” to deepen emotional learning
These adventures strengthen critical thinking, boost confidence, and help kids discover that learning can be exciting, meaningful - even life-changing.
Join the Global Mission
Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, or youth mentor, you can bring this empowering program to your group 100% free. Together, we’ll inspire a generation of confident readers, curious thinkers, and kind leaders.
Mystery awaits. Their courage is calling.
Let the adventure begin.
This curriculum is available to youth worldwide, because every child deserves a story that speaks their language. Fill out the information below - and let us know if translation would help your learners feel even more included.