Endangered Species Diorama

Dear Parents and Students,

We have been learning about endangered species in science and social studies this week. To enforce the objectives we will be assigning the Florida Endangered Species project. The project will be due on October 17^th. The students will be expected to make a diorama of the animal's habitat. A diorama is a box that includes, the animal and its surroundings. The students will also be required to write a paragraph that illustrates why they picked the animal with at least 5 interesting facts. They will be required to present their diorama to the class on October 17, 2011.

Rubric

Student has completed the assignment on time.

1 2 3 4 5

Project shows creativity and effort.

1 2 3 4 5

Habitat has realistic characteristics found in the Florida animal's environment.

1 2 3 4 5

Project is researched based and includes at least 5 real facts.

1 2 3 4 5

Correct spelling, grammar and punctuation are included in the paragraph.

1 2 3 4 5

Student has presented in a loud clear speaking voice and used eye contact.

1 2 3 4 5

Project is organized and has a neat appearance.

1 2 3 4 5

Here are some Endangered Florida species.

Florida panther manatee little blue heron

everglades mink falcon key deer

gopher tortoise snail kite bald eagle

northern right whales sea turtles ??? your choice-teacher approved