For this project, you will choose one invention you are interested in
and write a report, as well as,create a presentation about the following
topics:
‥The inventor
‥The invention
‥Discuss how this invention affects our world, society, and/or
environment
Class time will be devoted to research, taking notes, and writing rough
and final drafts. Thepresentation work needs to be completed at home. We will
gather resources at school, however,you and your parents may need to access
other libraries in the area if you need more information.
While you are given time in class to research and take notes, you may
also need to completework at home to meet the deadlines, the teacher will tell
you about them.
The report will include:
• A detailed biography of the inventor
• A description of the invention (what it is, why it was
invented, how it was invented)
• An explanation of how the invention affects our world,
society, and/or environment
Invention Research Project
You will be completing a research report on a past
invention. Most of the work for this reportwill be done in class; however,
there will be parts that need to be completed at home. Forexample, you will
need to come up with a creative way to present your report to the class.
I have created a listof websites to locate possible
research topics. You will be expected to choose one topic by thedue date.
Websites for choosing a topic and conducting research:
• PBS -- http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/telephone/timeline/timeline_text.html
• Have Fun with Historyhttp://
www.havefunwithhistory.com/HistorySubjects/ScienceInvention.html
• Kid Info -- http://www.kidinfo.com/american_history/inventors_inventions.html
• Fact Monster -- http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0768871.html
• Inventor Biographies -- http://www.ideafinder.com/history/of_inventors.htm
Paper Requirements
l. Cover – Cover must be completed
in a creative way. Lined paper will not be accepted. Report
covers, construction paper, etc. are
acceptable.
A. Cover must include:
1. Title of report
2. Your name
3. Date
4. Decorate/pictures
ll. Table of Contents – Include all the
parts of your report
A. Table of contents should include:
1. Report (single sided)
2. Bibliography page
3. Appendix
lll. Report
A. Report should include:
1. Introduction paragraph
2. Three-four body paragraphs
3. Conclusion paragraphs
lV. Bibliography – we will work on this in
class
V. Appendix of illustrations
A. Appendix will include:
1. Picture, graphs, charts, etc., related
to your topic.
Body Paragraph Information
A minimum of 3 body paragraphs, or 4 body paragraphs
if you choose to extend your thinking.
1st Body Paragraph
A detailed biography of the inventor's life
2nd Body Paragraph
A description of the invention (what it
is/does, how it works, how it's made, different
parts of it)
3rd Body Paragraph
Effects of invention on real
world/environment (how/why it was invented, what problemthe inventor faced and
how it solved his/her problem, effects on life–positive or negative)
4th Body Paragraph
Optional- the topic of this paragraph is your choice and needs
to be approved by your teacher
Your font should be between size 12-14 and
a style that is easy to read.
Don’t forget to double-space your report.
Presentation Ideas
You will be expected to present your report
to the class during the week ofpresentations. You must get up in front of the
class and tell your name, whatinvention you researched, and why you chose your
topic. Your presentation shouldbe about 5 minutes in length, organized, and
show evidence of practice.
Here is a list of possible presentation
ideas. If you have another idea that is not onthe list, it will be welcome
.
• Rap or song
• Poster of pictures
with descriptions
• Act as a reporter
person, giving information about your invention
• Make a video
• Diorama
• Diagram/Model
• Pretend to be an
expert who is being interviewed
• Pretend to be the
inventor who is being interviewed
• Brochure
• Slide Show/PowToon
Be responsible and plan ahead.
ALL WORK FOR YOUR PRESENTATION WILL BE
COMPLETED AT HOME!
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