What kind of science does it take to solve a crime? Forensics for Kids provides the complete history of forensic science, giving readers a comprehensive understanding of the crime-solving advancements that led to modern forensics. Author Melissa Ross reveals fascinating stories, famous cases, pioneers who led the way, and what forensics might look like in the future. Twenty-one engaging activities offer readers hands-on experiences with modern forensic methods.Kids will:Collect and compare fingerprintsUse chromatography to investigate a writing sampleMatch hair samples with volunteer "suspects"Recreate a face with clay on a small plastic skullMake a plaster cast of a shoeprint and compare it to a shoe print databaseAnd much more! Kids can become the next real-life Sherlock Holmes or Nancy Drew after exploring the science of forensics.
ISBN: | 9781641606912 |
Publisher: | Chicago Review Press |
Imprint: | Chicago Review Press |
Published date: | 26 Apr 2022 |
DEWEY: | 363.25 |
DEWEY edition: | 23 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 144 |
Weight: | 478g |
Height: | 279mm |
Width: | 215mm |
Spine width: | 12mm |