Black History Month

Research Paper	Students are to construct a biography of their subject in a written research paper format. The paper should be typed in 12 point font and double-spaced. The paper must contain the following elements: Title Page that contains title, author and picture of the subject Research paper Introduction Place of birth and early childhood experiences Early adult life that may include education, marriage and family Major accomplishments that include an explanation of how these have affected the world Include memorable quotes Conclusion that includes a statement of this person's accomplishments Bibliography that includes at least one book, one encyclopedia and one internet site Contract must be submitted by Monday February 13.
Powerpoint Presentation	Students are to construct a powerpoint presentation with slides that contain the following information about the selected person: Slide 1 - Title (Creative summation of the person's life, not just the person's name) Slide 2 - Birth date or place of birth (map) Slide 3 - Early childhood that may have led to later accomplishments Slide 4 - Picture of person with quote Slide 5 - Major accomplishments Slide 6 - Any important awards Slide 7 - Bibliography of 3 sources one book one encyclopedia one internet site Contract (for individuals) must be submitted by Monday February 13. Contracts for groups are also due Monday February 13.
Shoebox Museum	The Shoe Box Museum is a special project that lets you share some of the information you have gathered on your subject. It is a "Show and Tell" presentation that you will make for your classmates and/or parents. Select items from your research to glue along the walls of the museum. You may want to use clay to build statues and memorials to this person. You may select other small items to include as symbols of the life and works of art for others to view. A-Find an empty shoe box with a lid. B-Cover your shoe box with colored paper or paint it. C-On one short wall, include the birth date and place information that includes a picture of the family home or a map of the state. D-On the other short wall, include early childhood and young adult experiences that may include schools attended and family E-On the long wall, include pictures and symbols of major accomplishments and a memorable quote.
Informational Poster	1 - Title - Name of person, group members names 2 - Date and place of birth that will include the picture of the birth home or map of the state. 3 - Paragraph on early childhood 4 - Paragraph on major accomplishments 5 - Quote from this person 6 - Bibliography of 3 sources One book One encyclopedia One internet site