Rogue Rodent Mystery: A Crime Scene Investigation for Elementary Students
Dates: July 28th - 31st
Times: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: 124 West Swanson Ave, Wasilla
Recommended Ages: Preschool (4 years) - 1st Grade (Great for siblings!)
Cost: $307.50 (Includes all materials)
Course Overview
Step into the world of forensic science and solve the curious case of a missing classroom pet! In Rogue Rodent Mystery, young detectives will engage in hands-on crime scene investigation, integrating science, critical thinking, and teamwork for an immersive learning experience.
The Mystery
Alice, the beloved guinea pig of Miss Hawkins’ science class at Kavia Elementary, has vanished! Who took Alice? How did it happen? And why? It’s up to our young investigators to gather evidence and crack the case!
What Students Will Do:
Be Little Detectives – Look for clues, listen carefully, and use their senses to solve the mystery.
Follow Footsteps & Sketch Suspects – Compare footprints, draw pictures of possible suspects, and think about who might have taken Alice.
Think Like Scientists – Sort patterns, test ideas, and use hands-on experiments to discover the truth.
Learn About Guinea Pigs – Find out what Alice needs to be happy and healthy.
Have Fun with Hands-On Activities – Follow colorful clues, mix paint, and work together to solve the mystery!
Standards Alignment
This course aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core State Standards in mathematics, English language arts, and literacy. Students will build confidence, scientific literacy, and critical thinking skills through real-world applications.
Why Enroll?
Perfect for curious minds, this course transforms students into forensic investigators, fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and a love for science through observation, experimentation, and detective work.
Location
Mat-Su Learn and Inspire’s new location: 124 West Swanson Ave, Wasilla (near Wonderland Park).
Registration Details
Register at www.bookeo.com/matsulearn. If you are not affiliated with a homeschool, you will be prompted to enter your credit card information. Your card will not be billed until the first day of class. Please note the cancelation policy when signing up.
Homeschool Families: If billing through a homeschool program, enter the homeschool name (all one word, no spaces) in the PROMO code section at registration. A follow-up email will include the required form.
Direct Billing is Available for Mat-Su Central, IDEA, CyberLynx, Raven, PACE, Twindly Bridge, Denali Peak, Knik, and Totem.
Email Registration: Contact Matsulearnandinspire@gmail.com to register.
Refund Policy
Homeschoolers who Directly Bill: Once enrolled, the class cost will be deducted from the student’s allotment. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. If you cannot attend, email Matsulearnandinspire@gmail.com as soon as possible. I will make every effort to fill the spot and issue a refund.
If you are not affiliated with a homeschool program, there is still a seven-day cancellation policy. Please make a note of it during the registration process.
Join us for an exciting, hands-on detective adventure and uncover the mystery of the Rogue Rodent!
Register today!