Middle school forensics resources for Easel Activities

Episode description - "Between 1985 and 1988, 18 people were choked, molested and left for dead in the remote desert mountains of California. The only witnesses were the insects – and they also proved to play an important role in solving the crimes and bringing the killer to justice."I've created this detailed video guide to keep students on task while watching the episode. Questions follow in order of the video, and include fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions. An answer key is includ

Subjects:

Worksheets, Activities, Movie Guides

Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education

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Also included in: Forensic Files - Complete Season 1 Viewing Guides

Classification of Matter Activity Mixtures Worksheet Forensic Science

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Flying Colors Science

Engaging REAL-WORLD APPLICATION of the classification of matter! Includes both print and Google Slides versions.⭐ Find this activity in our COMPLETE CLASSIFICATION OF MATTER UNIT!In this activity, students will:Read a high-interest article about how chromatography, a process used to separate mixtures, is used to solve major crimes for the FBI. Students will be introduced to how two types of chromatography can be used to solve bank robberies and crimes with explosives.Complete an analysis of the

Subjects:

Chemistry, Forensics, Physical Science

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

NGSS:

MS-PS1-2

, MS-PS1-1

Also included in: Physical Science Reading Comprehension Articles Bundle

Scientific Classification of Living Things: The Five Kingdoms

Created by

Suzanne's Classroom

This packet focuses on the scientific classification system for living things, including the five kingdoms. Included in the packet you will find:(1) Instructions of assembling a “The Five Kingdoms” foldable, (2) “The Five Kingdoms” foldable - 2 pages, (3) a poster/chart on the 5 kingdoms, their characteristics, and examples of each which is suitable for a student science notebook, (4) a Plant and Animal Classification Chart that is suitable for student science notebooks, (5) a poster for stude

Subjects:

Biology, Forensics, Science

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Printables

Also included in: BUNDLE! Classification of Living Things

Crime Scene Investigation Worksheet: Types of Evidence

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Best for Teachers

Make teaching easier with this CSI worksheet: Types of Evidence. Save time and make grading easy. Teacher answer key is included? Publish to your google classroom or online teaching platform. Help your students learn the difference between the following types of evidence:Direct (testimonial) and circumstantial evidenceIndividual and class evidenceBiological and physical evidenceLesson Objectives: This worksheet will help students understand:Distinguish and categorize physical and trace evid

Subjects:

Criminal Justice, Forensics, Science

Grades:

6th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

Also included in: Middle School Science Activity and Lab Growing Bundle (27 products!)

Pedigree Practice Worksheet

Created by

Seriously Science

This a pedigree worksheet that I created after not being happy with most of what I found to practice reading and drawing pedigrees. Students first have to define some basic vocabulary. They then move on to some basic pedigree symbols. They gradually work their way up to drawing pedigrees and indicating individuals expressing certain traits. They must also explain patterns of inheritance in each of the pedigrees. I have also included a very detailed answer sheet. After finishing, your stude

Subjects:

Biology, Forensics, Science

Grades:

7th - 11th

Types:

Worksheets

Biotechnology and DNA Technology Crossword Puzzle Activity Worksheet

Created by

Science from the South

Your students can show their understanding of biotechnology including genetic engineering and DNA fingerprinting. But, what if they could complete a puzzle while doing so? This biotechnology crossword puzzle worksheet activity is a perfect test review, practice assignment, or assessment with three levels of differentiation to meet students' needs at their individual level or ability. As the teacher, you simply print and go with the no-prep, ready to use resource. Or, assign the resource digitall

Subjects:

Biology, Forensics, Science

Grades:

8th - 11th

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Printables

Also included in: Genetics and Heredity Unit Bundle of Activities & Assessments in Digital & Print

Mystery Powders Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) NGSS Activity

Created by

EasyFunScience

In this forensic science activity for middle school students, students will identify unknown substances to solve a "crime." Unlike other forensics activities, this lab will not give your students nightmares! This activity is perfect for traditional classrooms, enrichment programs/camps, homeschool co-ops, and homeschool students. This is a great alternative to graphic or scary CSI activities. This lab is easy to set up with common materials you can easily find at your local grocery store. Teste

Subjects:

Forensics, Holidays/Seasonal, Science

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Simulations

NGSS:

5-PS1-4

, 5-PS1-2

, MS-PS1-2

Also included in: Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation Activities - Middle School Curriculum

Middle School DNA Quiz NGSS MS-LS3-1

Created by

Flying Colors Science

This is a straightforward and quick 10-question quiz on the basics of DNA. ⭐You may also be interested in our DNA & Chromosomes BUNDLE!Students must be able to:Identify the phosphate, sugar, and bases in a simple diagram of DNAIdentify the proper pairing of bases in a simple diagram of DNAIdentify the function of DNAKnow the definition of "genes"Know where DNA is located in the cell Two similar versions are provided. Wandering eyes will see a quiz that looks like their own, but has differ

Subjects:

Biology, Forensics, General Science

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Homework

NGSS:

MS-LS3-1

Also included in: Life Science Bundle for Sydney

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 9: Forensic Toxicology

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 9 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino. Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Forensics, Informational Text, Science

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

Forensic science Reading Comprehension Passage for Middle School Students

Created by

FunnyArti

This forensic science reading comprehension passage is an engaging resource for middle school science teachers. It covers the processes used to solve crimes through physical evidence and includes comprehension questions to test students' understanding.The science reading passage is leveled appropriately for middle school students, and is designed to capture their interest with an engaging article and hands-on activities.(100 % Digital Download)Files included:• 1 PDF 5 Pages Ready to Print.1 Digi

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Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Centers

Also included in: Forensic Science Worksheets Reading Comprehension Puzzles,Digital & Print BUNDLE

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 8: Blood and Blood Spatter

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 8 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino. Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Homework

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

Hair as Evidence Review Worksheet

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Best for Teachers

Make teaching easier with this Hair as Evidence Review Worksheet! Students will review the structure of hair and how forensics scientists use hair as evidence. All content objectives listed below are covered. Use this assignment as a unit review before a test or to smply reinforce student learning. Teacher answer key is provided!For other great resources to make teaching easier follow me for updates! If you like my product, don't forget to write a review! Thank you!Use this product alone

Subjects:

Forensics, Science

Grades:

5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

Also included in: Forensic Science Hair as Evidence Activity Bundle

Forensic Science Chromatography Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Fun Activity

Created by

EasyFunScience

Looking for fun end of the year activities, middle school teacher? Introduce your students to chemistry in forensics and how investigators use chemistry (chromatography) in forensics to solve crimes. You will definitely want to add this not-so-scary, hands-on experiment to your list of mock crime scene investigations (CSI) activities. Your upper elementary or middle school students will love this mock crime scene classroom activity! This activity was designed for my homeschool co-op, but it can

Subjects:

Chemistry, Forensics, Science

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Simulations

NGSS:

5-PS1-3

Also included in: Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation Activities - Middle School Curriculum

Crime 360 Video Questions & Reaction Article for Forensics! Great SUB plan!

Created by

Science with DrM

Product DescriptionWhat would you do if you were the defendant in a murder investigation and your case was presented on TV…. BEFORE your trial in court? The rise in popularity of real-life crime scene shows means this is a real possibility! In fact, it did happen to the defendant in the case shown on the popular A & E Show "Crime 360". Defense attorneys strengthened their case by asking for evidence shown in the TV show that they were not furnished by the prosecution in their case. My stu

Subjects:

Forensics, Science

Grades:

6th - 12th, Higher Education

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Graphic Organizers

Forensic Files: Legionnaires' Disease - S01E07

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Episode description - "Legionnaires' disease is one of the most famous medical detective stories, especially irritating for its missteps and frustrations. When 180 Legionnaires contract pneumonia-like symptoms after a Philadelphia Convention and 29 of them die, doctors and scientists are mystified. The determination of one scientist helps to pinpoint the cause and likely vector of this deadly disease."I've created this detailed video guide to keep students on task while watching the episode. Qu

Subjects:

Worksheets, Activities, Movie Guides

Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education

Types:

Also included in: Forensic Files - Complete Season 1 Viewing Guides

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 12: Death Manner, Mechanism, Cause

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 12 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino. Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

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Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 10: Handwriting Analysis

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 10 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino. Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 7: DNA Profiling

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 7 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino.Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Chemistry, End of Year, Forensics

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Urinalysis Simulation Activity

Created by

EasyFunScience

Looking for fun end of year activities, middle school teacher? This is a FUN Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)! In this investigation, students will perform a mock urinalysis on four suspects. In doing so, they will learn about common health problems that can be detected through urinalysis. These health problems commonly arise from dietary choices. Students will make observations of the color and clarity of the urine, test each suspect’s urine for proteins and sugar, and determine

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

NGSS:

MS-LS1-7

Also included in: Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation Activities - Middle School Curriculum

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 5: Forensic Botany

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 5 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino. Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Homework

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

CSI: Video Guide (Crime Scene Forensics)

Created by

Lesson Universe

This is a generic one page video guide that can be used for any CSI TV show. Excellent for homework or extra credit or when a student is out and needs to do a parallel assignment.

Subjects:

Biology, Forensics

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Bertino Forensics 2e. Reading Guide - Chapter 14: Forensic Anthropology

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This is a reading guide I created to help my students understand Chapter 14 of Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations 2nd Ed. by Bertino and Bertino. Please check all previews of my products to be sure they fit your needs! If you have questions/concerns/suggestions, please email me at theacademicferret@gmail.com and I will happily respond! Please remember to contact me if you have difficulties before leaving negative feedback; I will do my best to remedy the situation. :)

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Bertino Forensics Complete Reading Guides Bundle - Chs. 1-18 (Distance Learning)

Bertino Forensics, 2nd. Edition Guided Notes - Chapter 1: Observational Skills

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These guided notes follow the Power Point presentations that come with the Bertino & Bertino Forensics 2nd. edition textbook. You will need access to these Power Points in order to complete the notes.

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