Student Activity Kit, STEM Investigation, Fingerprint Classification

In this lab activity students will learn about the history of fingerprinting as a tool for identification. They then will analyze fingerprints for common characteristics and create a classification system using those characteristics. Once they have created a system, they will analyze class data using the system that is used worldwide for classification. This kit includes an optional activity where students can practice lifting a fingerprint and comparing it to a "crime scene" print. Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher's guide and Student Guide copymasters are included.

Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

• Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; LS1.B; LS3.A; LS3.B; ETS1.B; ETS1.C
• Performance Expectations: 2-PS1-1; 3-LS3-1; MS-ETS1-3
• Cross Cutting Concepts: Patterns
• Engineering Practices: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations; Analyzing and Interpreting Data

Kit Includes:

• 25g Fingerprint Powder
• 15 Fingerprint Brushes
• 15 Hand Magnifiers
• 15 Acetate Sheets
• 1 Ink Pad

DOT Info:
Non-regulated

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon Black, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.