1. Japanese Zeke By: Richard Eason

2. Paper

Topic: My topic was the Zeke (Zero) Fighter plane.

Driving Question: How did it go from being the best planes in the war to one of the worst?

Thesis Statement: At the start of the war it was better than any plane because of speed, maneuverability, and firepower.

3. Interesting Facts

Through out the whole war this plane hardly ever changed.

During its time it was one of the most advanced planes, but after a few years it was one of the worst.

4. Product

What: I put together a model of the Zeke Fighter plane.

How: I had the kit read and followed the instruction. Asked my dad for help when I needed it

People who helped: My dad helped me put it together and told me when we should paint something before we glue it.

5. Pictures of Product 6. Pictures continued 7. Pictures continued 8. Pictures continued 9. Pictures continued 10. Connection

My product is a 3D model of the Zeke

It gives me a better view on how the Zeke would look.

11. Successes and Challenges

Successes.

I had a topic I enjoyed and already knew a little about.

I easily found a product that related to my topic and I could do.

Challenges.

Took a lot of time and I couldnt keep up with it and all my other school work.

My product involved waiting for things to dry so I couldnt always control when I could work on it.

12. Future applications

I am not planning on using this as part of my career.

If my first choice for a career doesnt happen I would like to teach World War II history if possible.