Unit Presentation

Step 1: Students will pull a popsicle stick from the mug. The popsicle stick will say the name of the animal they will be presenting to the class at the end of this unit. There will be five popsicle sticks per animal which forms five groups of five.

Step 2: Students will then get into groups and teacher will give a brief overview of what they will be doing as groups. The teacher will show the sample and explain the expectations and rubric.

Step 3: Students will compile their life cycle unit folders and utilize all their notes sheets and resources to help them create their presentation.

Step 4: Students will work in groups at assigned times (including outside of class time) to put together the stages of the life cycle and the traits of their assigned animal.

Step 5: Students will EACH write their own caption to go along with their poster once the visual aspect is completed. This will include each stage as well as traits belonging to each. This time will also be used for the students to practice their oral presentation.

Step 6: Students will present their projects to the class.

Step 1: Pick a popsicle stick from the mug- this will choose 1 of the 5 animals for you to present about! You will be put in a group with 4 other classmates to work together.

Step 2: You will then go to the table that is labeled with your animal that is on your popsicle stick.

Step 3: Gather your resources from what we used in class. You can use any of the materials we used for your animal. Start to create your presentation with your group members.

Poster must include:

-ALL stages of the life cycle

-2 traits for EACH stage

-Different colors and materials

-Visuals and illustrations

-Caption from EACH student

***Organization is key!***

Step 4: You will work with your group members inside and outside (if possible) of class to make your presentation. (Make sure you look at the rubric so that you include everything that is needed!)

Step 5: You will then write your own caption to go along with your poster when it is finished. This must be done individually on a sheet of lined notebook paper.

Caption must include:

- Accurate information about each stage of the life cycle

- 2 accurate traits per stage

- Names of each stage

Step 6: When you are done, you can practice your presentation in your group. (Practice makes perfect!)

Step 7: Once you have completed and organized your presentation with your group mates, you will present it to the rest of the class on your assigned presentation day! (Make sure you are prepared and organized within your group!)