The Floating Report...

A Floating Parade

In celebration of the rich heritage and emblems of their state, students design model state floats for the parade. Each student should decide what the float will communicate to observers, then draw pictures of the float, and finally make a model of the float. Each model should be put on display and accompanied by an index card that explains the design and details of the float.

For instance, a float of Florida might feature pictures or paper models of oranges, palm trees, alligators and some state emblems. Likewise, Louisiana would feature a jazz and Mardi Gras theme and New York the Statue of Liberty.

Research To help plan the float, students need to research basic info on the state.

Ø      State Flag

Ø      State nickname (such as The Sunshine State or The Golden State)

Ø      Famous landmarks, attractions or events

Ø      Other symbols such as state tree, colors, flower, emblem, etc.

Ø      Decide on a theme or design

Construction

1)      Students start with a box (cereal or boot boxes work well-max size 12x18)

2)     if making a paper quilt, quilt squares should be 3x3 or 4x4 (inches)

3)     Cover the box with attractive colored paper

4)     Add your symbols and diorama figures (sturdy like tag board or cardboard)

5)     Use your imagination in making it as attractive as possible

6)     Make sure to use a variety of materials

7)     Students do NOT have to spend lots of money on materials nor buy figurines, look around your house, garage or see if we have supplies here at school.

Grading:

State floats or quilts will be graded on the following criteria:

Content: Your float (or quilt) must include the following minimum 12 items:

1.       State Flag (5 points)

2.      State nickname (such as The Sunshine State or The Golden State) (5 points)

3.      State colors (5 points)

4.      Date state entered into the union (5 points)

5.      4+ famous landmarks, attractions, events, key products, or industries (20 points)

6.      4+ symbols such as the state tree, flower, emblem, etc. (20 points)

Plus:

1.       A title index card with your name (5 points)

2.      Name of state must be prominently displayed (5 points)

3.      An index card that explains the design and details of the float (how you made it and with what). (5 points)

4.      neatness and quality of workmanship 25 points (20 points if only do the minimum)

Due Date:       Tuesday, Jan 31            **late work will be marked down by 10%

They will be displayed for Open House on February __2__.