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Mystery Powder Lab Activity | Physical & Chemical Properties Investigation
Turn your students into forensic scientists with this engaging Mystery Powder Lab Investigation! Students will use scientific observations and hands-on experiments to identify unknown white powders through a series of physical and chemical property tests. This highly interactive STEM lab encourages critical thinking, evidence-based reasoning, and scientific investigation skills. Students will complete: ✔ Initial Observation Tests ✔ Water Solubility Tests ✔ Vinegar Chemical Reaction Tests ✔
5th - 8th
Forensics, General Science, Physical Science
Mystery Reading Comprehension BUNDLE | Making Inferences & CSI Problem Solving
Add a little C.S.I. enrichment to your classroom every season with this Mystery Reading Comprehension BUNDLE! Students practice making inferences and problem solving as they follow crime scene protocol and unlock the mystery of: The Stolen Scream The Elf Enigma The Bunny Brainteaser The Sabotaged Slide Each workshop includes hands-on activities that use simple, classroom-friendly materials and are easy to set up. By purchasing this BUNDLE, you save 20% compared to individual resources w
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Criminal Justice - Law, Forensics
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
, RI.4.8
+6
Mystery Reading Comprehension | Making Inferences | CSI Science Problem Solving
Bring critical thinking to life with this HYBRID CSI WhoDunnit Mystery, perfect for classrooms, digital learning, and enrichment days!The Hoagie Hoax is a high-engagement crime scene investigation that strengthens inference, deductive reasoning, close reading, and evidence analysis through a hands-on OR fully digital Google Slides format. Students become detectives as they analyze witness statements, alibis, trace evidence, motives, and digital clues. Their investigation ends with a hands-on
5th - 7th
Forensics, Informational Text
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
, RL.6.1
+6
Also included in: CSI Reading Comprehension | Mystery Science | Google Classroom BUNDLE
CSI Mystery Reading Comprehension | Inference & Logic Problem-Solving Activity
Build essential inference, logic, and critical thinking skills with this classroom-favorite CSI Basics Bundle, featuring BOTH the Printable and Digital versions. Perfect for Grades 4–7, this Crime Scene Investigation starter set introduces students to the foundations of deductive reasoning, evidence analysis, and crime scene protocol using engaging, kid-friendly activities. Whether you teach in a 1:1 digital classroom, need an easy-prep enrichment lesson, or want a flexible hybrid l
4th - 7th
English Language Arts, Forensics, Informational Text
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
, RL.6.1
+7
Investigation Skills Poster & Lesson IB PYP STEM & Inquiry-Based Learning K-5
Help your students develop essential investigation skills with this engaging, hands-on resource designed for grades K-5! This differentiated resource includes two detailed lesson plans (K-2 & 3-5), an Investigator Poster, and student printables to support STEM, inquiry-based learning, and IB PYP Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills. What’s Inside?✅ Investigation Skills Poster – A visually engaging poster outlining key skills investigators use, such as curiosity, problem-solving, collaborat
PreK - 5th
Basic Principles, Forensics, General Science
Digital CSI Basics | Crime Scene Investigation Logic & Inference Activity (4–7)
Introduce your students to CSI skills, deductive logic, and inference practice with this high-interest Digital Crime Scene Basics activity, perfect for Grades 4–7. Designed for Google Slides, this interactive lesson teaches the foundational skills used in crime scene investigations while strengthening critical thinking, reading comprehension, and evidence analysis. Students explore the core concepts of a real-world investigation as they learn to examine clues, evaluate information, and
4th - 6th
Forensics, Informational Text, Reading Strategies
Also included in: CSI Reading Comprehension | Mystery Science | Google Classroom BUNDLE
Grant Proposal
Grant Proposal: Grant Proposal on Crime Stoppers Investigations-
Would you love to write a grant for your elementary classroom but just can’t seem to get started? This winning proposal may be just what you need to jumpstart your ability to plan, write, and carry-out an innovative teaching grant. Crime Stoppers Investigations offers a world of possibilities for classroom learning. This proposal was written for gifted and talented students in grades four through six but could be adapted as a
4th - 6th
Chemistry, Forensics, General Science
Forensic Arson Investigation Project: Burning Popsicle House Lab
EASY! LOW PREP! END OF YEAR WORTHY! Bring energy back into your classroom with this hands-on Forensic Arson Investigation Project! Students design, build, burn (teacher-led), and analyze popsicle stick structures while applying real-world fire investigation techniques. This project was used as a last 6 weeks activity with seniors, and it completely transformed classroom engagement. Students who were typically checked out became involved, competitive, and invested in the outcome as they worked
5th - 12th
Chemistry, Forensics, General Science
March Madness Basketball CSI Mystery March Inference Logic Reading Comprehension
Bring high-interest March basketball energy into your classroom with this engaging Basketball CSI Mystery, designed to strengthen inference, logic, deductive reasoning, and reading comprehension in Grades 4–7. This spring-themed investigation includes BOTH a Printable (PDF) version and a Digital Google Slides version, making it perfect for classroom instruction, centers, enrichment groups, or distance learning. Students examine clues, read witness statements, analyze alibis, interp
4th - 7th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Forensics
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
, RL.6.1
+6
Solve a Mystery Game Crime Scene Investigation Logic Puzzle Critical Thinking
Crack the Candy Conundrum with this hands-on CSI classroom activity! Perfect for grades 4–6, this engaging resource transforms your students into detectives as they analyze clues, evaluate witness statements, and piece together evidence to solve a mystery. Using logic, inference, and critical thinking, students will: Apply deductive reasoning to solve a candy-themed “crime” Gather and analyze evidence with step-by-step worksheets Strengthen reading comprehension and attention to detail Collabo
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Creative Writing, Forensics
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+6
Solve a Mystery Game Crime Scene Investigation Logic Puzzle Mystery Mega BUNDLE
Engage your students with this Inference Mystery Reading BUNDLE! Each activity transforms your classroom into a CSI investigation where students must use reading comprehension, inference skills, and forensic science clues to solve the case. Perfect for enrichment, early finishers, and upper elementary or middle school learners who love a challenge!” By purchasing this bundle today, you'll save 30% off the price of individual activities, making it a smart choice for educators. These engaging r
4th - 7th
Close Reading, Criminal Justice - Law, Forensics
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+4
Solve a Mystery Game Crime Scene Investigation Logic Puzzle Critical Thinking
Are you seeking an engaging activity to help your students better understand inference, deductive logic, and reasoning? Crime Scene Investigation is a great theme that teaches all the skills of critical thinking in a fun and interesting way! Investigate the Basics of CSI with this exciting differentiated resource!Ready-to-Go Printables! Easy Prep! Go completely DIGITAL with this version! Click the link below to PREVIEWCrime Scene Basics for GOOGLE DriveThis workshop takes about 2 to 2 1/2 hours
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Forensics, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
, RI.5.3
+2
Mystery Reading Passages Reading Comprehension Solve a Mystery Winter Inferences
Need fun and engaging activities for practicing INFERENCE? Looking to differentiate with some deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills? This Crime Scene Investigation Bundle includes 11 exciting mystery workshops for over 18 hours of engaging reading, logic, and hands-on investigations. By buying this bundle, you are saving 30% off the total price of the individual resources!The labs use simple materials and are easy to prep. For the CSI activities, students read and analyze suspect
4th - 6th
Forensics
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+5
Super Bowl 2026 Football Crime Scene Solve a Mystery Game Reading Comprehension
Looking to add a little differentiation to your classroom? Your students will love using inference and deductive logic as they follow the crime scene protocol to solve The Case of the Jinxed Jersey!Looking for a DIGITAL Version of this CSI Activity? Click HERE >> Jinxed Jersey: Digital and Printable The Jinxed Jersey Mystery is an engaging hands-on activity that’s super easy to set up. Students use critical thinking skills to analyze suspects through witness statements,
4th - 6th
Forensics
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+5
Gifted Crime Scene Forensic Investigation Activity The Case of the Missing Money
This highly engaging crime scene investigation activity will have your students using their critical thinking skills as they critically read and analyze witness testimonies, view and evaluate evidence, and draw inferences to determine the motive and identity of the person guilty of robbing a bank. Higher-level thinking skills will be practiced while investigating the crime scene, as students form a hypothesis about who committed the crime, establish a motive, and then justify their hy
5th - 8th
Forensics
CSI Mystery Reading Activity Inference Logic & Critical Thinking Hoagie Hoax
Bring high-interest critical thinking into your classroom with The Hoagie Hoax CSI Mystery, a hands-on investigation that strengthens inference, logic, deductive reasoning, and reading comprehension. This engaging Crime Scene Investigation activity leads students through a full detective protocol as they examine evidence, analyze suspects, read witness statements, evaluate alibis, and apply logic to uncover who sabotaged the famous deli sandwich. Perfect for enrichment, early finishers, f
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Forensics
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+5
Football CSI Mystery Digital Activity Inference, Logic & Evidence Analysis (4–7)
Bring high-interest inference practice, digital CSI investigation, and football-themed logic challenges into your classroom with this fully digital Football CSI Mystery, perfect for Grades 4–7. Designed for Google Slides, this interactive WhoDunnit strengthens reading comprehension, deductive reasoning, critical thinking, and evidence analysis while keeping students engaged in both traditional and 1:1 digital classrooms. Students work through a structured crime scene protocol, examin
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Forensics, Informational Text
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
, RL.6.1
+7
100th Day Escape Room 100th Day Mystery Solve a Mystery Game Middle School 5th
Engage your students on the 100th day of school with an exciting escape room activity that combines close reading and life skills. Solve "The Case of the Vanished Vintage Clock" through deductive logic, inference, forensics, and common sense. Perfect for enhancing reading comprehension while having fun! Close Reading CHALLENGES include:Informational Text- “Processing the Evidence, Understanding the Motive” and the case of “Why Did the Vintage Cuckoo Clock Vanish?”Mystery Code Tasks 1a & 1b - Plo
5th - 7th
English Language Arts, Forensics
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
Gifted Crime Scene Investigation Activity The Case of the Stolen Artifact
Gifted students in grades 4 - 8 will be introduced to forensic science as they act as detectives in this exciting, hands-on, highly engaging crime scene investigation activity, set at the world-famous Grand Egyptian Museum! Students will use critical thinking and higher-level thinking skills to solve the theft of a priceless ancient artifact. Working in teams, students will examine clues, analyze evidence and suspect interviews, and investigate timelines to determine who committed the crime. D
4th - 8th
Close Reading, Forensics, Informational Text
Gifted Crime Scene Forensic Science Investigation Activity The Jewelry Heist
Students will put their critical reading and analytical thinking skills to the test in this crime scene investigation activity. In the world of forensic investigations, accurately analyzing facts and drawing inferences can make or break a case. This crime-fighting activity finds students working cooperatively in groups as part of a Task Force investigating a crime. Students will analyze a series of facts and draw inferences to determine who robbed the Jazzy Gems Jewelry store. The Jewel
4th - 8th
Close Reading, Forensics
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