Hidden Print Hunter

Fingerprints may be invisible to the naked eye, but that doesn’t mean they’re gone.

With the Playventor Hidden Print Hunter, kids can explore the fascinating world of chemical fingerprint lifting and discover how investigators can reveal hidden fingerprint evidence.

Using the materials provided, young detectives follow a guided experiment to develop and lift fingerprint impressions. Along the way, they explore observation, chemical reactions and the importance of tiny details in forensic investigation.

What's Inside the Kit?

• Potassium Iodide – 2 g
• Copper Sulphate – 5 g
• Beaker × 1
• Cut Square Sheets × 2
• Acrylic Lid × 1
• Transparent Tape × 5
• Step-by-step Instruction Manual

What Will Kids Discover?

🔎 Fingerprint Lifting – Explore how hidden fingerprint impressions can be developed and transferred.

🧪 Forensic Chemistry – Discover how chemistry can be used to help reveal evidence.

🕵️ Investigation Skills – Follow the process carefully and examine the results like a young investigator.

👀 Observation – Learn why small details can become important clues.

🧠 Scientific Thinking – Follow a procedure, observe changes and understand the science behind the result.

Find What You Can't See

Start with a surface that appears completely ordinary.

Look closer.

There may be a fingerprint hiding right in front of you.

Kids follow the investigation process, use the supplied materials and discover how a hidden print can become visible evidence. It’s a hands-on activity that combines forensic science, chemistry and detective thinking.

Perfect For

• Kids fascinated by detective and forensic science
• Hands-on chemistry activities
• DIY STEM learning at home
• School science projects
• Mystery and crime-scene activities
• Detective-themed birthday activities
• Curious young investigators

The print is hidden. The investigation begins.

Adult supervision is required. Follow the instruction manual carefully. The chemicals included are for educational use only and must not be handled without appropriate supervision. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, do not ingest any materials, and dispose of used materials as instructed.