Students will research and write a report about a toy. Students will give the history of the toy including who invented it, when it was invented and how the invention came to be. Students will also write a description of the toy focusing on the physical characteristics. Students will also get a chance to PLAY with the toy. This step in the research process is VERY important. Students will also include in their paper how to play with the toy.
Students will also create a Magazine Cover to go with their report. The Magazine Cover will be created in the library using the computer. Our class will go to the library on Tuesday, October 23. If a student is absent, it will be his/her responsibility to go to the library during study hall or before school to complete the Magazine Cover. The library is open from 7:45-8:15 every day.
Students will present their reports on Friday, November 2nd. However, the Report and Magazine Cover will be due Monday, October 29. Students will not read the report for the presentation. For the presentation, students will need to summarize their report on note cards. Students will also share the Magazine Cover as part of their presentation.
The following rubrics will be used to grade the project:
