Objective

By the end of this lesson, Imogen will be able to explore various subjects through the lens of the TV series Bones, enhancing her understanding and interest in Art, English, Foreign Language, History, Math, Music, Physical Education, Science, and Social Studies.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Computer or TV for watching Bones episodes, notebook, pen

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the Bones TV series, have episodes ready for viewing

Activities

1. Art: Analyze the forensic sketches in Bones episodes and try to recreate one.

2. English: Write a short story inspired by a Bones episode, focusing on character development and plot twists.

3. History: Research famous forensic cases that have influenced modern forensic science, as seen in Bones.

4. Math: Calculate the probabilities and statistics used in forensic science to solve cases on Bones.

5. Music: Create a playlist inspired by the music featured in Bones episodes, explaining the significance of each song.

6. Physical Education: Design a workout routine based on the physical demands of forensic work as portrayed in Bones.

7. Science: Explore the real-life science behind forensic anthropology and compare it to the techniques used in Bones.

8. Social Studies: Investigate the ethical dilemmas faced by forensic scientists in Bones and discuss their implications on society.

Talking Points

• Art: "Let's analyze the use of colors and details in this sketch. What emotions does it evoke?"
• English: "How can we incorporate suspense and foreshadowing in our story, just like in Bones?"
• History: "What impact did historical cases have on the development of forensic science, as shown in Bones?"
• Math: "Let's calculate the probabilities of different scenarios in a case, similar to what they do on Bones."
• Music: "Why do you think this particular song was chosen for this scene in Bones? What mood does it create?"
• Physical Education: "How can we tailor our workout routine to improve our physical stamina and agility, like the characters in Bones?"
• Science: "What are the differences between TV portrayals of forensic science and the actual scientific methods used in real life?"
• Social Studies: "Let's discuss the ethical implications of using advanced forensic technology in criminal investigations."