Holiday CSI Bundle: Nature of Science SEP

Explore the nature of science and Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) with this CSI investigation collection for grades 4–6. Students examine evidence using careful observations to determine who committed the crime.

• The Case of the Stolen Costume: Halloween
• The Case of the Devoured Pie: Thanksgiving
• The Case of Rudolph's Disappearance: Christmas
• The Case of the Anonymous Valentine: Valentine's Day
• The Case of the Broken Eggs: Easter

Includes:

• · Case introduction card
• · 2 leveled versions of data evidence collection sheets
• · Suspect bio cards
• · 5 evidence collection stations
• · Nature of Science connection sheet
• · Teacher guide
• · Answer keys

Materials Needed:

• 5–9x12 manilla envelopes (for each CSI)
• Sewing thread: yellow, brown, black (Halloween)
• A small amount of apple juice, paper towel, zip lock bag, ruler (Thanksgiving)
• 2 or more different scents (can be from essential oil, perfume, air freshener, etc.) (Valentine's Day)
• 5 Cotton balls (Valentine's Day)
• 5 Zip top bags (Valentine's Day)
• 6 pages total need to be printed in color- these can be used by the whole class. (Valentine's Day and Easter)
• Additional materials listed in unit are optional

Skills Covered:

• · Asking questions
• · Planning and carrying out investigations
• · Data collection and organization
• · Analyzing and interpreting data
• · Comparing observations
• · Constructing explanations
• · Engaging in argument from evidence
• · Obtaining, evaluating and communicating information
• · Supporting a claim with evidence

Additional State Standards:

• · FL Big Idea 1 Nature of Science

Important Notes:

• · This CSI project requires materials.
• · This file is not editable.

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