Young investigators will love this inside look at crime detection and forensic science. With 21 experiments kids can perform, this book explains many of the techniques police labs use to solve crimes. Stories about famous crime stoppers and unusual cases round out the book. An ALA Recommended Book for the Reluctant Reader, 1992. Photos and drawings.
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Grade 6-9-- Beginning with a treatment of forensic science and its application to crime detection today, Gardner defines it and explains how it is used. He fills the book with examples of crimes solved by the use of forensics, ranging from the first known case of King Heiron's gold crown, which Archimedes proved was only partially gold, to more current and famous cases such as the kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh's infant son and the investigation of the skeleton of Josef Mengele. Detailed descriptions of specific crime-solving techniques are included. Each chapter contains activities for readers that involve using the techniques described, as well as science experiments that employ the principles of crime solving. The book offers fascinating reading based on solid facts. Stylized black-and-white illustrations are sprinkled throughout the narrative; along with the helpful diagrams, they help to clarify and extend the text. The activities are intriguing and informative. Unfortunately, the index is incomplete. An entertaining title for junior detectives, recreational readers, and science-fair enthusiasts. --Sylvia V. Meisner, Allen Middle School, Greensboro, NC
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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