Engage your students with this Forensic Science Choice Board Activity, a low-prep, high-interest lesson that allows students to explore crime scene investigation through creative, written, and discussion-based tasks.

Perfect for middle school or high school forensics courses, this activity gives students choice and ownership while reinforcing key forensic science concepts like evidence analysis, investigation processes, and critical thinking.

Students select 2–3 activities from a structured grid, including:

• Creating a detailed case file with suspects and evidence
• Designing and labeling a crime scene sketch
• Explaining types of forensic evidence (DNA, fingerprints, fibers, etc.)
• Writing an investigation report
• Debating whether the evidence is strong enough to convict
• Analyzing mistakes in flawed investigations

This flexible lesson works great for:

• End-of-unit review
• Sub plans
• Early finishers
• Project-based learning days
• End-of-year activities

What’s Included:

• Choice board with 9 engaging activity options
• Student directions for easy implementation
• Mix of creative, written, and discussion-based tasks
• Flexible use with your existing case studies and materials

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

• Low prep – just print and go
• Encourages student choice and independence
• Builds real-world critical thinking skills
• Easily adaptable for different levels

Grade Levels:

Middle School & High School Forensic Science