The ClueFinders’ 5th Grade Adventures is an adventure game that builds on fifth graders’ interest in mystery and adventure as well as their abilities in logical thinking, mathematics, science, geography, and language arts. All of the activities in The Clue Finders’ 5th Grade Adventures have been specifically designed to develop this wide range of skills. Each activity also encourages players to use new skills and emerging thinking abilities as they share adventures with characters very much like themselves.
An unexpected tsunami capsizes the ClueFinders’ vessel while they are on an oceanic expedition. Joni and Santiago regain consciousness on an uncharted volcanic island to discover Owen, Leslie, and everyone else aboard missing. Alarmingly, the volcano shows signs of imminent eruption, and strangely, it seems to be thwarting their efforts to escape.