This book introduces students to the fascinating world of forensic science and shows them how to find clues, analyze evidence, and crack the case. Combining hands-on investigation with history, science, and technology, kids will have fun learning about the world of forensics, collecting evidence, and performing their own crime lab analysis. The open-ended activities encourage middle-grader students to use their imaginations and skills to experiment, create, and solve problems. With an emphasis on STEM, projects include documenting a crime scene, identifying fingerprints, analyzing blood splatter, and extracting DNA. Grades 6–9.