Become a Fingerprint Detective!
In this one time class, students will learn about fingerprints, how they are formed, what makes them unique, and what they are used for. Then we will do a fun activity together to investigate, classify, and compare our own fingerprints.
Leigh Mays
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(9)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Grab your magnifying glass and put on your detective's hat as you join me to learn all about fingerprints! We'll use video clips, slides and discussion to learn about how fingerprints are formed, what makes them so unique and how they are used today. Then, we will use everyday items to print and collect our own fingerprints and investigate what makes each of our prints special. We will talk about fingerprint classification terms like loop, whorl and arch and try to classify our own prints. Finally, we will use our new knowledge to solve the "Mystery of the Missing Museum Artifacts" as we match the fingerprint to the thief to solve the case and return the Queen's Crown Jewels, the US Constitution and the Mona Lisa to the museum. If there is time, we will also learn how you use everyday items to "lift" prints from surfaces.
Learning Goals
Students will learn:
*fingerprint identification and classification
*aspects of Scientific Method including making predictions and drawing conclusions
*critical thinking skills
*respectful discussion
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will touch on police investigative use of fingerprints in an age-appropriate manner by using general words such as: "crime", "criminal", "culprit", "suspect", "thief". There will be no discussion of higher level crime concepts.
Supply List
Scotch tape Sharpened pencil Teacher provided handout (optional - see below) white paper (if you don't print the teacher handout) scissors (optional) magnifying glass (optional)
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2021
5.0
9reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a veteran, state licensed elementary teacher and mom of 2 young children. I have an interest and background in science, math and art. I have my BS in Criminology and MS in Forensic Psychology, which are particularly relevant to this class topic. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
3-8 learners per class
