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Learners roll their fingerpads in ink pads, and then press their fingerprints onto balloons. Learners inflate the balloons to produce enlarged versions of their fingerprints. Learners examine their fingerprints to see if they have loop, whorl, or arch patterns.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 4 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Non-toxic ink pad
- Light-colored balloon (you also can use paper)
- Magnifying glass (optional)
Subjects
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Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
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Human Body
- Muscles and Skin
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Crime Science
- Science Festivals Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, 2012