The Edge: Let's find the real Bruno & Dolores!

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Set up a detective scavenger hunt to find the real Bruno and Dolores among lookalikes using clues, drawings, simple fingerprints, and observation skills.

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Step-by-step guide to set up a detective scavenger hunt to find the real Bruno and Dolores

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What you need

Paper, pencils, coloring materials such as crayons or markers, clear tape, sticky notes, scissors, index cards, washable ink pad or extra pencil for fingerprints, adult supervision required

Step 1

Pick who Bruno and Dolores are and choose three easy traits for each like a hat color a scar or a favorite toy.

Step 2

Draw the real Bruno on an index card and color the three traits you picked.

Step 3

Draw the real Dolores on an index card and color the three traits you picked.

Step 4

Make Bruno’s fingerprint sample on his card using the washable ink pad or use the pencil graphite and clear tape lift method.

Step 5

Make Dolores’s fingerprint sample on her card using the same fingerprint method.

Step 6

Draw at least six lookalike characters on separate index cards changing one or two small details on each card.

Step 7

Add a small fingerprint smudge to every lookalike card using the same fingerprint method so the prints look similar but not exact.

Step 8

Write at least six clues on sticky notes that describe features or fingerprint hints without saying which card is real.

Step 9

Hide all the lookalike cards around a room and place the two real cards among them.

Step 10

Give the clues to a detective friend or family member and let them inspect cards to find the real Bruno and Dolores.

Step 11

Share your finished scavenger hunt and what you discovered on DIY.org

Help!?

What can we use if we don't have the washable ink pad or clear tape for fingerprints?

For the fingerprint steps, rub pencil graphite on the fingertip and lift prints with clear tape as described, or press a fingertip into a small dab of washable paint on a plate and transfer it to the index card as an ink-pad-free alternative.

My fingerprint smudged or came out too faint—how can I fix it?

To avoid smudged or faint prints when making Bruno’s and Dolores’s fingerprint samples, practice on scrap paper to find the right fingertip pressure, press straight down and lift straight up, and let the card air-dry completely before adding lookalike smudges.

How can we adapt the activity for younger or older kids?

For younger children, choose only one simple trait per character, draw fewer lookalike cards and hide them in easy spots, while older kids can pick subtler traits, draw more than six lookalikes, and write detailed fingerprint clues on the sticky notes.

How can we extend or personalize the scavenger hunt after completing the basic steps?

Extend the game by giving detectives a magnifying glass, adding an evidence log to note fingerprint similarities on each index card, or creating themed props (hats, toys) that match the picked traits before sharing the hunt on DIY.org.

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Facts about detective games and observation skills for kids

🕵️‍♀️ No two people — not even identical twins — have the same fingerprints.

🧩 Scavenger hunts have been a favorite party and team game for centuries, from simple backyard games to giant city-wide events.

🧠 People are usually better at remembering faces than names, so spotting visual clues helps detectives a lot.

✏️ Police have used composite sketches and witness drawings for over a century to help identify suspects and missing people.

🔎 Tiny details like a unique button, a coffee stain, or a smudge on a sleeve often crack real mystery cases — small clues matter!

How do I set up 'The Edge: Let's find the real Bruno & Dolores!' detective scavenger hunt?

Set up designated 'real' Bruno and Dolores (toys, pictures, or adults). Make several lookalikes with small costume differences and hide them around the play area. Create a clue trail: observation notes (color, accessories), simple drawings, and fingerprint comparisons using an ink pad or washable stamp. Give kids clipboards, magnifying glasses, and a starting clue. Let them follow clues, check fingerprints, and confirm the real Bruno and Dolores at the final reveal.

What materials do I need for 'The Edge: Let's find the real Bruno & Dolores!' activity?

You'll need real Bruno and Dolores (stuffed animals, photos, or crew), several lookalike items or costume pieces, index cards for clues, washable fingerprint ink pad or stamp, crayons or pencils for drawings, magnifying glasses, tape or clips, clipboards or a notepad, a timer, and small prizes for winners. Optional: printable clue templates and a camera to document discoveries. Keep materials non-toxic and sized for the children’s ages.

What ages is 'The Edge: Let's find the real Bruno & Dolores!' suitable for?

This game suits ages roughly 4–12 with adjustments. Ages 4–6 enjoy simple visual clues, one-step directions, and adult help with fingerprints. Ages 7–9 can follow multi-step clues, draw observation notes, and compare simple fingerprints independently. Ages 10–12 can handle riddles, timed challenges, and record-keeping. Always adapt puzzle complexity, supervision level, and small parts to each child’s skills and attention span.

What are the benefits of playing 'The Edge: Let's find the real Bruno & Dolores!' and how do I keep it safe?

Benefits include improved observation, critical thinking, fine motor skills from drawing and fingerprinting, teamwork, and storytelling. To keep it safe, use washable, non-toxic inks and child-safe scissors, remove small choking hazards for under-4s, set clear play boundaries, and supervise fingerprinting and hiding spots. For allergies, avoid latex or scented products. Offer soft prizes and debrief after play to reinforce learning and praise effort.

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The Edge: Let's find the real Bruno & Dolores!

Set up a detective scavenger hunt to find the real Bruno and Dolores among lookalikes using clues, drawings, simple fingerprints, and observation skills.

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Step-by-step guide to set up a detective scavenger hunt to find the real Bruno and Dolores

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What you need

Paper, pencils, coloring materials such as crayons or markers, clear tape, sticky notes, scissors, index cards, washable ink pad or extra pencil for fingerprints, adult supervision required

Step 1

Pick who Bruno and Dolores are and choose three easy traits for each like a hat color a scar or a favorite toy.

Step 2

Draw the real Bruno on an index card and color the three traits you picked.

Step 3

Draw the real Dolores on an index card and color the three traits you picked.

Step 4

Make Bruno’s fingerprint sample on his card using the washable ink pad or use the pencil graphite and clear tape lift method.

Step 5

Make Dolores’s fingerprint sample on her card using the same fingerprint method.

Step 6

Draw at least six lookalike characters on separate index cards changing one or two small details on each card.

Step 7

Add a small fingerprint smudge to every lookalike card using the same fingerprint method so the prints look similar but not exact.

Step 8

Write at least six clues on sticky notes that describe features or fingerprint hints without saying which card is real.

Step 9

Hide all the lookalike cards around a room and place the two real cards among them.

Step 10

Give the clues to a detective friend or family member and let them inspect cards to find the real Bruno and Dolores.

Step 11

Share your finished scavenger hunt and what you discovered on DIY.org

Help!?

What can we use if we don't have the washable ink pad or clear tape for fingerprints?

My fingerprint smudged or came out too faint—how can I fix it?

How can we adapt the activity for younger or older kids?

How can we extend or personalize the scavenger hunt after completing the basic steps?

Watch videos on how to set up a detective scavenger hunt to find the real Bruno and Dolores

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Here at SafeTube, we're on a mission to create a safer and more delightful internet. 😊

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Facts about detective games and observation skills for kids

🕵️‍♀️ No two people — not even identical twins — have the same fingerprints.

🧩 Scavenger hunts have been a favorite party and team game for centuries, from simple backyard games to giant city-wide events.

🧠 People are usually better at remembering faces than names, so spotting visual clues helps detectives a lot.

✏️ Police have used composite sketches and witness drawings for over a century to help identify suspects and missing people.

🔎 Tiny details like a unique button, a coffee stain, or a smudge on a sleeve often crack real mystery cases — small clues matter!