I Can Be a Science Detective

Fun STEM Activities for Kids

$9.99

Publication Date: 16th October 2019

Do you have what it takes to become a science sleuth? Of course you do! Discover how to gather clues and collect evidence to catch a thief, follow instructions to extract DNA from strawberries, take your own fingerprints, analyze handwriting, and much more. While you're having fun inspecting, detecting, and experimenting, you'll be learning all about the intriguing world of forensic science and its important role in real life.

Dover Original.
Format: Paperback

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Do you have what it takes to become a science sleuth? Of course you do! Discover how to gather clues and collect evidence to catch a thief, follow instructions to extract DNA from strawberries, take your own fingerprints, analyze handwriting, and much more. While you're having fun inspecting, detecting, and experimenting, you'll be learning all about the intriguing world of forensic science and its important role in real life.

Dover Original.
Description
Do you have what it takes to become a science sleuth? Of course you do! Discover how to gather clues and collect evidence to catch a thief, follow instructions to extract DNA from strawberries, take your own fingerprints, analyze handwriting, and much more. While you're having fun inspecting, detecting, and experimenting, you'll be learning all about the intriguing world of forensic science and its important role in real life.

Dover Original.
Details
  • Price: $9.99
  • Pages: 64
  • Publisher: Dover Publications
  • Imprint: Dover Publications
  • Series: Dover Science For Kids
  • Publication Date: 16th October 2019
  • Trim Size: 9 x 10.2 in
  • ISBN: 9780486839219
  • Format: Paperback
  • Age: 8-12
  • BISACs:
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Games & Activities / General
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Law & Crime
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / General (see also headings under Animals or Technology)
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Activity Books
Author Bio
Claudia Martin is the author of many books and online articles for children and young adults. Her favorite subjects are history, current affairs, geography, the natural world, and technology. She lives in London with her family.
Katie Kear is a young British illustrator who has been creating artwork for as long as she can remember. She loves creating new worlds and characters, and she hopes to spread joy and happiness with her art. She is a graduate of the University of Gloucestershire with a First Class BA Hons Illustration degree.
Table of Contents
CONTENTS
Always Be Prepared!
Find Fingerprints
Examine Footprints
Collect DNA
... And Examine DNA
Leaving a Trace
Contaminated Evidence
Dental Detectives
How Tall?
Shadow Shapes
Making a Noise
Shatters and Splatters
Melting Mayhem
Watch for Reactions
Identify the Powder
Find the Fabric
Magnetic Attraction
Magic Microorganisms
Spreading Infection
Analyzing Handwriting
Ink Test
Computer Crime
Phone Finder
A Worthy Witness?
Assessing Alibis
Detecting Lies
Get to Work!
Pop Quiz
Answers
Glossary
Index
Do you have what it takes to become a science sleuth? Of course you do! Discover how to gather clues and collect evidence to catch a thief, follow instructions to extract DNA from strawberries, take your own fingerprints, analyze handwriting, and much more. While you're having fun inspecting, detecting, and experimenting, you'll be learning all about the intriguing world of forensic science and its important role in real life.

Dover Original.
  • Price: $9.99
  • Pages: 64
  • Publisher: Dover Publications
  • Imprint: Dover Publications
  • Series: Dover Science For Kids
  • Publication Date: 16th October 2019
  • Trim Size: 9 x 10.2 in
  • ISBN: 9780486839219
  • Format: Paperback
  • Age: 8-12
  • BISACs:
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Games & Activities / General
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Law & Crime
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / General (see also headings under Animals or Technology)
    JUVENILE NONFICTION / Activity Books
Claudia Martin is the author of many books and online articles for children and young adults. Her favorite subjects are history, current affairs, geography, the natural world, and technology. She lives in London with her family.
Katie Kear is a young British illustrator who has been creating artwork for as long as she can remember. She loves creating new worlds and characters, and she hopes to spread joy and happiness with her art. She is a graduate of the University of Gloucestershire with a First Class BA Hons Illustration degree.
CONTENTS
Always Be Prepared!
Find Fingerprints
Examine Footprints
Collect DNA
... And Examine DNA
Leaving a Trace
Contaminated Evidence
Dental Detectives
How Tall?
Shadow Shapes
Making a Noise
Shatters and Splatters
Melting Mayhem
Watch for Reactions
Identify the Powder
Find the Fabric
Magnetic Attraction
Magic Microorganisms
Spreading Infection
Analyzing Handwriting
Ink Test
Computer Crime
Phone Finder
A Worthy Witness?
Assessing Alibis
Detecting Lies
Get to Work!
Pop Quiz
Answers
Glossary
Index