Science Fair Mystery Deluxe Summer Camp Kit

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899 USD
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The Science Fair Mystery: A Deceitful Display Adventure

Step into the captivating world of forensic science with The Science Fair Mystery, a thrilling twelve-lesson course tailor-made for sixth and seventh-grade students. Unlock the secrets of crime scene investigation and ignite your student's scientific curiosity while embarking on a journey to crack the case surrounding the annual science fair at Einstein Academy.

The Science Fair Mystery allows your students to delve into the riveting world of forensic science, where biology, chemistry, physics, and cutting-edge technology converge. This educational adventure is an opportunity to explore the practical applications of science within the confines of your classroom. Elevate your students' learning experience by embracing the multifaceted world of forensic science – the perfect addition to any science curriculum.

Grades: 6-7
Students: Up to 30
Contact Hours: 12+

Subject Targets:

Physical Science, Life Science, Technology, English Language Arts Connections

Reusability:

  • Refill Kit Available: This product offers affordable consumable refill kits. See the materials tab for details.
Settings & Tech Requirements

Recommended Settings: 

  • Summer Camps
  • Classrooms
  • Out-of-School Time Programs
  • Libraries & Makerspaces

Tech Requirements:

  • None
Curriculum Topics

Each Activity Includes:

  • Notes for the Instructor
  • Notes for the Students
  • Vocabulary
  • Activity Description
  • Wrap-up
  • Clean-up
  • Extensions

Curriculum Topics:

  1. Lesson 1 - Time Will Tell: Creating Timelines and Sketching the Crime Scene
  2. Lesson 2 - The Magic of Iodine: Unveiling Hidden Palm Prints
  3. Lesson 3 - Impressions Unleashed: Examining the Language of Tool Marks
  4. Lesson 4 - Hot Tips: The Chemistry of Flame Test Powder
  5. Lesson 5 - Witness Chronicles: Unlocking Clues through Observation
  6. Lesson 6 - Skidding Away: Tracking Mysteries in Skid Marks
  7. Lesson 7 - Glass Puzzles: Assembling Clues from Shattered Fragments
  8. Lesson 8 - The Print Detective: Dusting for Fingerprints and Patterns
  9. Lesson 9 - Student Stories: Following Hunches in Their Biographies
  10. Lesson 10 - Fingerprint Frenzy: The Art of Dusting for Prints
  11. Lesson 11 - Interrogation Investigation: Role-Playing as Suspect Investigators
  12. Lesson 12 - Identifying the Culprit: The Thrilling Conclusion
Professional Development

Product Orientation:

  • Half-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $500+
  • One-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $1000+
  • Additional training available for purchase
Materials

Complete Program Includes:

  • 1 Instructor's Guide/Thumb Drive
  • 1 Shrink wrapped packet of handouts
  • 15 16oz Plastic Tubs
  • 1 Prilled Iodine
  • 1 Assorted Screw Sets
  • 15 Plastic Lids
  • 15 Ruler Set 
  • 36 Pencils 
  • 16 Spray Bottle Set
  • 1 Modeling Clay Set
  • 15 Fingerprint Ink Pad Set
  • 1 Cornstarch Tub 
  • 25 Glove Sets / 50 Individual
  •  8 Aluminum Trays
  • 1 Salt
  • 1 Epsom Salt 
  • 1 Cream of Tartar
  • 1 Borax
  • 1 Baking Soda
  • 1 Glass Bead Tub
  • 1 Vegetable Glycerin Bottle
  • 1 Isopropyl Alcohol Bottle
  • 50 Popsicle Sticks
  • 15 UV Flashlight Keychain Set
  • 15 Powder Brushs
  • 1 Black Paper Set
  • 15 Hand Lenses
  • 6 Tealight Candle Set 
  • 15 Tweezer Set
  • 100 Portion Cups 
  • 16 Clear Tape Dispenser
  • 15 Magnetic Powders
  • 1 Glow Powders 
  • 12 Scissors
  • 30 Hand Towelettes
  • 100 Index Cards
  • 25 Paper Plate Sets

Refill Kit Available:

Use this convenient refill kit to prepare your next group of forensic scientists!

  • 1 Current Instructor's Guide
  • 1 Printed Student Book
  • Packet of handouts (black & white only)
  • 1 Prilled Iodine
  • 1 Modeling Clay Set
  • 1 Cornstarch Tub 
  • 1 Salt
  • 1 Epsom Salt 
  • 1 Cream of Tartar
  • 1 Borax
  • 1 Baking Soda
  • 50 Popsicle Sticks
  • 15 Powder Brushes
  • 1 Black Paper Set
  • 6 Tealight Candle Set 
  • 100 Portion Cups 
  • 15 Magnetic Powders
  • 1 Glow Powders 
  • 30 Hand Towelettes
  • 100 Index Cards
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Community Learning

Community Learning helps students develop a lifelong love of learning through hands-on exploration and discovery. They provide educators with the tools and resources to create dynamic and impactful learning experiences.

Their carefully-curated curriculum kits and supplies empower educators to engage learners in stimulating activities that spark curiosity and fuel exploration. Students become active participants in learning, solving mysteries, creating stories, or building things – all while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Science Fair Mystery Deluxe Summer Camp Kit

Pricing Options:

  • Complete Program (Materials + Curriculum): 899.00 USD
  • Refill Kit: 159.00 USD

Recommended Settings: 

  • Summer Camps
  • Classrooms
  • Out-of-School Time Programs
  • Libraries & Makerspaces

Tech Requirements:

  • None

Each Activity Includes:

  • Notes for the Instructor
  • Notes for the Students
  • Vocabulary
  • Activity Description
  • Wrap-up
  • Clean-up
  • Extensions

Curriculum Topics:

  1. Lesson 1 - Time Will Tell: Creating Timelines and Sketching the Crime Scene
  2. Lesson 2 - The Magic of Iodine: Unveiling Hidden Palm Prints
  3. Lesson 3 - Impressions Unleashed: Examining the Language of Tool Marks
  4. Lesson 4 - Hot Tips: The Chemistry of Flame Test Powder
  5. Lesson 5 - Witness Chronicles: Unlocking Clues through Observation
  6. Lesson 6 - Skidding Away: Tracking Mysteries in Skid Marks
  7. Lesson 7 - Glass Puzzles: Assembling Clues from Shattered Fragments
  8. Lesson 8 - The Print Detective: Dusting for Fingerprints and Patterns
  9. Lesson 9 - Student Stories: Following Hunches in Their Biographies
  10. Lesson 10 - Fingerprint Frenzy: The Art of Dusting for Prints
  11. Lesson 11 - Interrogation Investigation: Role-Playing as Suspect Investigators
  12. Lesson 12 - Identifying the Culprit: The Thrilling Conclusion

Product Orientation:

  • Half-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $500+
  • One-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $1000+
  • Additional training available for purchase

Complete Program Includes:

  • 1 Instructor's Guide/Thumb Drive
  • 1 Shrink wrapped packet of handouts
  • 15 16oz Plastic Tubs
  • 1 Prilled Iodine
  • 1 Assorted Screw Sets
  • 15 Plastic Lids
  • 15 Ruler Set 
  • 36 Pencils 
  • 16 Spray Bottle Set
  • 1 Modeling Clay Set
  • 15 Fingerprint Ink Pad Set
  • 1 Cornstarch Tub 
  • 25 Glove Sets / 50 Individual
  •  8 Aluminum Trays
  • 1 Salt
  • 1 Epsom Salt 
  • 1 Cream of Tartar
  • 1 Borax
  • 1 Baking Soda
  • 1 Glass Bead Tub
  • 1 Vegetable Glycerin Bottle
  • 1 Isopropyl Alcohol Bottle
  • 50 Popsicle Sticks
  • 15 UV Flashlight Keychain Set
  • 15 Powder Brushs
  • 1 Black Paper Set
  • 15 Hand Lenses
  • 6 Tealight Candle Set 
  • 15 Tweezer Set
  • 100 Portion Cups 
  • 16 Clear Tape Dispenser
  • 15 Magnetic Powders
  • 1 Glow Powders 
  • 12 Scissors
  • 30 Hand Towelettes
  • 100 Index Cards
  • 25 Paper Plate Sets

Refill Kit Available:

Use this convenient refill kit to prepare your next group of forensic scientists!

  • 1 Current Instructor's Guide
  • 1 Printed Student Book
  • Packet of handouts (black & white only)
  • 1 Prilled Iodine
  • 1 Modeling Clay Set
  • 1 Cornstarch Tub 
  • 1 Salt
  • 1 Epsom Salt 
  • 1 Cream of Tartar
  • 1 Borax
  • 1 Baking Soda
  • 50 Popsicle Sticks
  • 15 Powder Brushes
  • 1 Black Paper Set
  • 6 Tealight Candle Set 
  • 100 Portion Cups 
  • 15 Magnetic Powders
  • 1 Glow Powders 
  • 30 Hand Towelettes
  • 100 Index Cards

Community Learning

Community Learning helps students develop a lifelong love of learning through hands-on exploration and discovery. They provide educators with the tools and resources to create dynamic and impactful learning experiences.

Their carefully-curated curriculum kits and supplies empower educators to engage learners in stimulating activities that spark curiosity and fuel exploration. Students become active participants in learning, solving mysteries, creating stories, or building things – all while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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