Forensics Fun: Science Activity with Fingerprints & Thermal Energy
Updated: December 22, 2024
Type: STEM Family Nights
Grade Level: PreK - 12
This product includes 2 activities related to forensics including revealing a student’s heat signature and unique fingerprint. This is a great STEM Family Night station!
Activity 1: A worksheet that guides two students to compare their unique fingerprints with a real-world connection to forensics. A QR code reveals a STEM career video on forensic science and crime scenes.
*Worksheet in both English and Spanish*
Activity 2: This activity requires a thermal camera for students to explore the infrared world! We recommend the SEEK camera that attaches to an Android tablet or iPad. The activity is perfect for a STEM Family Night or small group station.
Materials:
Thermal Camera Activity
iPads or tablets
Fingerprinting Activity
Graphite Stick
Paper
Forensics Fun Worksheet
Clear Tape
Wipes
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