Science Sleuths: 60 Forensic Activities to Develop Critical Thinking and Inquiry Skills, Grades 4 - 8

by Pamela Walker, Elaine Wood

If your students enjoy solving mysteries, they’ll love the activities in Science Sleuths.   Forensic science is an ideal vehicle for teaching the nature of science as well as basic science concepts. Besides teaching students to think like scientists, forensic science activities also help them understand, master, and apply science concepts. In addition, forensic science relies heavily on science process skills, manipulative skills, laboratory skills, and interpersonal skills, all emphasized by the National Science Education Standards . 

368 pages, Paperback

First published August 25, 2006

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