As a junior detective, you can solve a lot of mysteries.There is a mystery with something like lost property or a missing pet.If you want to improve your detecting skills, arm yourself with great sleuthing gear.You're on your way to having fun finding the answers and maybe even solving the mystery once this is all done.
Step 1: It's a good idea to get a bag for your kit.
You will keep your sleuthing supplies in your detective kit.A good detective keeps their kit with them all the time.Anything you want can be a detective kit.
Step 2: You have to make your badge.
When you're conducting official business, you need to show your badges.A detective badges can be made out of paper or cardboard.The name of your detective agency should be on it.
Step 3: A detective notebook is required.
You need a notebook to write down the clues and ideas detectives give you.Don't label it, you can use any notebook you want.It's important that people don't know that your notebook is a detective notebook.You will need a pen or pencil to write.
Step 4: Put your kit together.
Detective work involves gathering fingerprints.There are a few things you need to have a good kit.Get a paintbrush, baby powder, and clear tape to make prints.
Step 5: There is an evidence-collecting kit.
It is possible that you need to collect evidence that is hard to see.You need supplies on hand that will allow you to find evidence no matter what.Get some plastic baggies to hold your evidence.Gloves will protect you from fingerprints.You can use a tape measure to measure the length of hairs or footprints.Tweezers can be used to pick up small objects.Dust or dirt can be seen with a magnifying glass.If you don't have a magnifying glass, you can still be a detective.Take some chalk and write down the evidence you find.It's essential to have a flashlight for nighttime work.
Step 6: If you have a partner or sidekick, try walkie-talkies.
You should get walkie-talkies if there are other detectives in your agency.If you can't get them, it will make detective work more enjoyable.
Step 7: You should choose clothes that help you blend in.
You can slip around unnoticed if you wear dark clothes.Blending in is more important than hiding.Dressing like the locals is a good approach.If you're going to solve mysteries at a dance, you should wear dance clothes or wear a bathing suit.
Step 8: Pick out some disguises.
Every good detective has a few disguises.To be your regular disguises, choose two or three.They should all be different.Try to have a football player, a grandma, and an artist disguise.
Step 9: You can choose a sidekick.
If you have someone help you collect evidence, make jokes, and represent the agency, it might be more fun than being a detective on your own.A friend, a sibling, or even your dog can be your sidekick.
Step 10: Your detective agency should be advertised.
People will not come to you to solve mysteries if they don't know you're a detective.You can advertise your detective agency by putting a sign on the door or refrigerator.Business cards can be made.Your ads should include your name, the name of your detective agency, a list of the kinds of mysteries you solve, and a way to get in touch with you.Before putting up signs outside of your house, be sure to ask your parents.
Step 11: Ask if there has been anything strange lately.
Explain to people that you are a detective on the hunt for a mystery.Ask them if there is anything unusual that has happened recently.Try saying, "I'm Detective Keisha Tucker."There are a lot of strange noises and things going missing.Have you seen anything strange lately?
Step 12: Check to see if there's anything missing.
A detective inspects their turf daily to make sure nothing is missing.You should check your house and neighborhood for any missing items.Start in your own bedroom and work your way out.
Step 13: Look for anyone acting suspiciously.
Being a good detective will notice when other people are acting strange.If you spend some time sneaking around, nobody will notice you.They might do something suspicious if they don't know you're there.
Step 14: If you see any suspicious people, write down their description.
If you see anyone acting strange, or acting like they're hiding something, you should write down their description in your notebook.It might be useful later.There is a strange boy on the sidewalk in front of the house.He wears a yellow baseball cap and blue overalls.
Step 15: Take a tour of the crime scene.
The scene of your mystery is a good place to start.Look closely at every detail.It's a good idea to draw a map of the crime scene in your notebook or use caution tape to mark the scene.
Step 16: Look for clues.
Clues that could lead to solving the mystery can be found at the crime scene.There are clues to the identity of the person who committed the crime.Put the clues in your bags when you pick them up.There are clues that can be found at the crime scene.Pick up small clues with your tweezers.If you can't pick up footprints or something else, draw an outline with your chalk to make sure others stay away.Draw a picture of it in your notebook.
Step 17: Check for fingerprints.
A mystery can be solved with the help of fingerprints.To check a scene for fingerprints, sprinkle a little bit of baby powder or flour on the surface, then use a paintbrush to sweep off the extra dust.If you see any fingerprints, take a piece of clear tape and press it onto them.You can keep the tape in your notebook.
Step 18: You should make a list of suspects.
Did you see anyone at the crime scene?Has anyone been acting strange around you?Do you know if anyone has a reason for committing the crime?You can come up with a suspect list by asking yourself these questions.
Step 19: If you want to spy on suspects, go undercover.
A mystery is a good time to wear a disguise.Pick a disguise and spy on your suspects.If they see you, but you can't be a detective, make sure you give them a fake name.
Step 20: Interview people who may know the answer.
Start talking to people who may have seen something suspicious at the scene of the crime.To get an interview, you should tell them you are a detective.When was the last time you saw Mr. Smith in the kitchen or when the cake went missing?
Step 21: List your clues and solve the mystery.
Think about whether or not your clues point to a particular suspect.It takes time and practice to solve a mystery, so don't worry if the answer is not right away.You can talk to someone you already interviewed at the crime scene.New information can come up that you missed before.