4th Quarter Project: Create a Volcano



4th Quarter Project: Create a Volcano!

Project objective:

Students will use chapter 10 of their textbook, as well as other materials as needed, to create a self-made volcano that proves knowledge of one of the 3 main types of volcanoes that exist on Earth: Cinder Cone volcano, Shield volcano, Composite volcano. Students, too, will research and write a report on the explosive or non-explosive volcano on Earth that correlates with the type of volcano designed and created.

Project point total: 100 Due Date: Monday, May 9th, 2016

Directions on creating a self-made volcano model:

1. Make a volcano that represents one of the 3 types from the book…CH. 10

2. Use any materials you want to create the volcano except perishable foods. Food items will rot quickly and attract bugs

and student fingers. The options are endless!!!!!!!!

3. The volcano you create should look like the actual type you are trying to represent.

4. The “base and height” of the volcano should be no larger than “12 x 12 x 12.” “Weight” shouldn’t exceed 20 lbs.

5. Your volcano should be designed creatively, colorfully, and neatly.

6. Place appropriate labeling on your model volcano with the real volcano name, type of volcano, and your first and

last name. Labeling needs to be visible…not underneath the model

7. Create a “built-in” cross section in your volcano model with all the parts of a volcano labeled.

Directions on writing a research report on a real-life volcano:

1. Choose a real volcano that represents one of the 3 types discussed and described in the book. It will be explosive or

non explosive. You can use a volcano named in the book, one of the examples discussed in class, or another of your

choice. Enclose your final report project in a plastic cover sheet.

2. Make a title page with your name, period, name and type of volcano researched, and copied/pasted image of the

volcano. Page borders and extra designs are encouraged.

3. Typed outlines are a requirement for the project. Correct outline format is necessary. Your outline turns into your

rough and final draft.

4. A typed, double-spaced, visibly edited rough draft is a requirement for the project. It needs to be included in the

report folder. Your outline made your rough draft possible!

5. Turn in a typed, single-space, 2+ page report about the volcano you choose. In your report, include information that

describes your chosen volcano. Research questions:

a. Where is your volcano located? Is it part of a mountain range? Island?

b. How old is the volcano? How do scientists know this?

c. How was the volcano created? What type is the volcano? It should be the same type as the model you created.

d. Explain how often it erupts, past eruption history, and if extinct or dormant, explain how long.

e. Describe and explain any additional information that pertains to destruction and human casualty history

6. A typed bibliography is a requirement for the project. It needs to be included in the report folder as the last thing

added. You need a minimum of 3 research sources on your bibliography.

7. Your report should reflect your own wording. Copying out of a book or off the Internet is plagiarism and counts

towards a failing grade!

Extra credit Opportunity!! Make your volcano explode! You cannot use the following items: dry ice, explosives, baking soda, vinegar, Mentos candy, or soda. Your explosion doesn’t have to be a liquid. You’ll demonstrate your explosion for the class…Be creative! Yeah!

Name: ___________________________ Period: _______

Grading Rubric for “Volcano Model, Report, Presentation” 4th Quarter project

Grading expectations for Volcano Model: Points worth Earned

1. Volcano model looks realistic to type of volcano researched in paper: 10 _____

(shield, cinder cone, composite)

2. “Cross Section” is included and built into model: colored and labeled correctly. 10 _____

3. Dimensions are followed according to directions.

(12 x 12 x 12 and limit 20 pounds) 5 _____

4. Student-made project shows creativity and uniqueness. 10 _____

5. Project is neat and presentable. Shows effort consistent with a long term project 10 _____

6. Student’s name, period, volcano name and type are visibly present on upright model 5 _____

Grading expectations for Volcano Presentation Points worth Earned

7. Student can correctly explain eruption history of researched volcano 5 _____

(past and present)

8. Student can correctly explain factual information about location, age and 5 _____

mountain formation of volcano

9. Student can correctly explain why volcano is composite, cinder cone or shield 5 _____

10. Student can explain what materials he/she used in building their 5 _____

model and how it was built.

Grading expectations for research paper turned in with cover folder: Points worth Earned

11. Student turned in a typed paper that is a minimum of 2 pages single-spaced with 5 _____

correct research facts that corresponds with adequate research conducted.

12. Student included edited, double-spaced rough draft with red pen edits visible. 5 _____

13. Student included typed outline in correct format 5 _____

14. Title page: creative, student first/last name, period, name and type

of volcano, image of volcano included in a clear, plastic report folder. 5 _____

15. Typed bibliography included with 3+ sites/books used. 5 _____

16. Research paper shows correct grammar, spelling, and personal writing abilities. 5 _____

(No plagiarism)

Extra credit

Project has the “wow” factor!!! What can your model do or show that others can't????

Worth 5 points _______

Parents: Please read the project objectives and guidelines, sign this slip, and have your student return this slip to me.

Dear Mrs. Moore,

My student and I have read and discussed the requirements for “Create a Volcano” for your science class. We understand the due date is May 9, 2016, and no late projects will be accepted for full credit. We understand that a 2+ page research paper needs to be completed with the project and that a class presentation will occur. We, too, understand that a typed outline, typed, double-spaced, edited rough draft, bibliography, and title page will be included in a clear-cover report folder. We agree that the students should put forth the majority of the effort with this project, but parents are welcomed and encouraged to help out. We agree to create a neat, presentable model that will be made out of any school-appropriate material we see fit to accomplish the goal. Lastly, we understand that materials of various natures may be available at the school if needed.

Extra credit Opportunity!! Make your volcano explode! You cannot use the following: dry ice, explosives, baking soda, vinegar, Mentos candy, or soda. Your explosion doesn’t have to be a liquid. You’ll demonstrate your explosion for the class…Be creative!

Student signature: _________________________period: _____

Parent signature: ___________________________________

Parents: Please read the project objectives and guidelines, sign this slip, and have your student return this slip to me.

Dear Mrs. Moore,

My student and I have read and discussed the requirements for “Create a Volcano” for your science class. We understand the due date is May 11, 2015, and no late projects will be accepted for full credit. We understand that a research paper needs to be completed with the project and that a class presentation will occur. We, too, understand that a typed outline, typed, double-spaced, edited rough draft, bibliography, and title page will be included in a clear-cover report folder. We agree that the students should put forth the majority of the effort with this project, but parents are welcomed and encouraged to help out. We agree to create a neat, presentable model that will be made out of any school-appropriate material we see fit to accomplish the goal. Lastly, we understand that materials of various natures may be available at the school if needed.

Extra credit Opportunity!! Make your volcano explode! You cannot use the following: dry ice, explosives, baking soda, vinegar, Mentos candy, or soda. Your explosion doesn’t have to be a liquid. You’ll demonstrate your explosion for the class…Be creative! Yeah!

Student signature: ___________________________________ period: _____

Parent signature: ____________________________________

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