Forensic Science Projects Series

Rainis, Kenneth. Forensic Science Projects series.
Enslow, 2006, 128p, $31.93
Forensic and criminal investigations shows are some of the hottest items on the television these days and these books may entice young readers into looking at science experimentation in new and different ways. In the Forensic Science series real criminal cases are cited and then instructions are given for related experiments to be carried out by the "junior forensic investigator." A glossaries and index es are provided.
After the importance of informative text and photos, the most supportive factor of this book is the visual appeal to students and readers. The layout of the various pages is diversified and well balanced between text and color photographs so that concepts are grouped together. The flow and balance of both the text and visuals are integrated to present a very stimulating book for both young and reluctant readers. The writing is lively and and informative and provides a well-balanced look at a fascinating topic. The books contais very clear diagrams of experiments, illustrations, charts, graphs, and tables. They have an excellent glossary with clear explanations of the scientific terms. The author considers safety aspects and is very clear about the necessity for careful work. The books end with an appendix of science supply companies, a bibliography of books for further reading and Internet resources, and an index.
Titles in this excellent Forensic science projects series include:
Blood and DNA evidence
Fingerprints
Forgery
Hair, clothing, and tire track evidence
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