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Hi there! I’m Jacqueline Merville, a Certified Teacher turned homeschool mom of five. I’ve taught pre-K all the way through high school in just about every learning environment (public schools, private institutions, co-ops, micro-schools, Sunday School, and even homeschool pods)!
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Bundle Forensic Science Lessons 10 Units Investigation Labs Elementary Middle
Explore the fascinating world of forensic science with 10 lab activities, designed for students in upper elementary and middle school. These engaging hands-on experiments introduce students to the science behind criminal investigations. The following lessons are included: Fingerprinting: Dust for fingerprints and compare them.DNA Extraction: Extract DNA from fruit or vegetables using household items.Chromatography: Separate different ink pigments using chromatography paper.Microscope Investiga
4th - 8th
Biology, Forensics, Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE Handwriting Analysis Lab Experiment Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Handwriting Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Handwriting Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind handwriting analysis and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)**1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
W.4.2
, W.5.2
, W.6.2
+5
FORENSIC SCIENCE | Footprint Analysis Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Footprint Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Footprint Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind footprint analysis and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy clas
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE Fingerprint Analysis Lab Activity Experiment 4th 5th 6th 7th 8t
Fingerprint Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Fingerprint Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind fingerprints and their role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)**1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classr
4th - 8th
Forensics, Other (Science), Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE Bitemark Analysis Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Bite Mark Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Bite Mark Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind bite mark analysis and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy clas
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
4.MD.A.1
, W.4.2
, W.5.2
+7
FORENSIC SCIENCE | Lie Detection Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Lie Detection – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Lie Detection lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind lie detection analysis and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classroom
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
W.4.2
, W.5.2
, W.6.2
+10
FORENSIC SCIENCE | Soil Analysis Unit + Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Soil Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Soil Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind soil analysis and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)**1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classroom management
4th - 8th
Environment, Forensics, Science
CCSS, NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
6.SP.B.4
, W.4.2
, W.5.2
+15
FORENSIC SCIENCE | DNA Extraction Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
DNA Extraction – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this DNA Extraction lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind DNA and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classroom management. 2. Re
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE | Hair Analysis Unit + Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Hair Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Hair Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind hair analysis and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classroom managemen
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science
CCSS, NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
6.SP.B.5
, 6.SP.B.5b
, W.4.2
+10
FORENSIC SCIENCE | Chromatography Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Chromatography – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Chromatography lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind chromatography and its role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classroom manage
4th - 8th
Forensics, Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE | Microscope Analysis Lab Activity Grades 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Microscope Analysis – Forensic Science Lab ActivityExplore the fascinating world of forensic science with this Microscope Analysis lab activity, designed for students in grades 4-8. This engaging hands-on activity introduces students to the science behind microscopes and their role in criminal investigations. What’s Included?**(Now Available in COLOR & BLACK/WHITE VERSIONS)** 1. Lesson Plan – A detailed, step-by-step guide with a breakdown of materials and procedures, timed for easy classro
4th - 8th
Biology, Forensics, Science
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About the store
Experience
Hi there! I’m Jacqueline Merville, a Certified Teacher turned homeschool mom of five. I’ve taught pre-K all the way through high school in just about every learning environment (public schools, private institutions, co-ops, micro-schools, Sunday School, and even homeschool pods)!
Teaching style
I love to create fun, practical, and hands-on curriculum for managing multiples ages/grades at the same time!
My resources are S.T.R.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, or Math) focused.
#practicalschooling #homeschoolisfun
Awards & shining teacher moments
You know it’s a good sign when your own kids say you are their favorite teacher!
My own education history
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Studies from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Five minors include, Aeronautical Studies, Business Administration, humanities, International Relations, and Meteorology.
Completed the Certified Teacher Program (1st-5th Grade) from Louisiana State University.
Additional biographical information
Aside from teaching, I also run my own website design company, Practical Website Design, where I get to work with clients from all over the world!
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