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Archive for May 13th, 2008


Lesson Plans May 12-30 Lifestory Project

YOU ARE THE AUTHOROF YOUR OWN LIFESTORY!

Capstone Project

This is it! The end of your middle school experience. Now get writing!

  • Part 1 – Brainstorm to create list of personal accomplishments and memories
  • Part 2 – Writing Workshop create written material that represents your life so far then post on your blog. Respond to classmates postings.
  • Part 3 – Oral and Visual Presentation protopage project and oral presentation  

List of Choices   * items are a must do                                                         

  1. Accomplishment Essay * – Name a special accomplishment that you are proud of. Tell about it and how it changed your thinking.
  2. Resume * –tells about your qualifications for a summer job
  3. Letter * –  a thank you letter thanking someone for helping you
  4. Proudest Moment Essay or Person You Most Admire Essay * – your proudest moment or write about the person you most admire.
  5. Timeline – your life events in a time sequence
  6. Hobby or Passion – write about something that you love to do. Include pictures and descriptions.
  7. Favorite Things Protopage – tab each of your favorites including food, games, sports, music, dances, art, books, colors, fashions, shoes, whatever! Include website links.
  8. Virtual Vacation – what places would you like to visit? Create a blog page or a protopage linked to your blog to show this place.
  9. Middle School Memories – What are your most precious memories?
  10. Your choice – see me for discussion.