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Name: _____________________________________ Per: _____
ABC Book of Ancient History
7th Grade Extra Credit Option-1st
SemesterDue Friday, November 9th 2012
Purpose: Create an ABC book that would be suitable for 3rd- 4th graders.
You will need:- An interesting front cover with the title, an illustration,
and the author (you!)- At least ½ page for each (26) letter. You may wish to
use a full page for some letters depending on the illustrations or information you choose to include. Make the letter you are describing stands out. Make it a block letter in the corner of the page or make the letter large and/or the very first word.
Example:
A is for Athens. Athens was the
center ofancient Greece. One important contribution that Athens made to the modern world was the development of democracy.
Additional Information:- This book is for Ancient History – make sure your
information comes from within the span of prehistory to about the 5th century AD (around the time of the fall of the Roman Empire).
- You will need a minimum of 8 people, 8 places, and 8 things (ideas/concepts/time periods) in your book. This only adds up to 24 so the other two are up to you.
- At least 13 illustrations that match you description/letter. These may be drawings, computer graphics, magazine cutouts, or whatever you choose.
- Each description of your letter should be at least two sentences in length. It should be at a 4th grade reading level, and spelling and grammar will be counted.
- You must create an interesting back cover as well. This could be a picture, questions, information, etc.
- Your book must be bound with something other than staples or tape – be creative!! Suggestions include string, yarn, twine, pipe cleaners, etc.
Neatness & Creativity ALWAYS Count!!!
(You may want to consider adding a map or two!)
Score: ____ / 50 Points Possible (Assessment)