INTRODUCTION The observance of Earth Day began in 1970 to increase awareness of problems with the environment. April 22 nd has been set aside for Americans.

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IntroductionThe observance of Earth Day began in 1970 to increase awareness of problems with the environment. April 22nd has been set aside for Americans to be reminded to take care of the planet. Although it is celebrated only one day a year, it is important to remember that every day is Earth Day. Every year classrooms take on projects that make a difference in the health of our planet. Heres an example of how one middle school is doing their part to preserve our natural resources.

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ProcessStep 1Your teacher will select 3 additional classmates to serve on the committee with you.Decide within your committee how you will assign tasks and the expectations and standards of each members work. Step 2Determine in what conservation activities your school is already participating. You can use your teacher, the custodian, the school districts internet page, and even the principal as resources.Share your findings with your group and brainstorm about how the school can do more to conserve natural resources. Your scribe can use the mind map to record everyones ideas.

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Process 1&2 Process 3&4Process 4 cont.Process 5Process 6 Return to:4evaluationBeginning1Developing2Accomplished3Exemplary4ContentPresentation contained little to no valuable material.Presentation had some valuable material but was lacking in contentPresentation had a good amount of relevant material.The presentation had an exceptional amount of relevant material.

CollaborationThe group did not work well together and the presentation did include all members of the team.The teammatesWorked together on some aspects of the assignment but it seemsas though some members contributed more than others.Most of the team worked well together and contributed equally to the project but some members participated in the presentation more than others. The team worked well supporting each other and all of the groupmemberscontributed equally to thepresentation.

PresentationStudent does not contribute to the presentation or student's presentation is disorganized.Student contributes to the presentation, yet certain aspects remain unclear.Student contributes to the presentation and explains everything in an organized fashion.Student presents everything in a very clear, explicit manner that is easily understood.

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http://edweb.sdsu.edu/triton/july/Rubrics/Rubric_Template.htmlhttp://funschool.kaboose.com/globe-rider/earth-day/http://www.abcteach.com/directory/seasonalholidays/earth_day/http://www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts/earthday/http://www.teachervision.fen.com/earth-day/teacher-resources/6612.htmlhttp://www.epa.gov/region5/publications/happy/happy.pdfhttp://academics.uww.edu/cni/webquest/Fall04/russian/PDFs/PresRub.pdf ProcessConduct your research using your communitysinformation services, teachers and peers. Also, the following internet resources will help you in locating information:http://www.ourearth.org/ http://www.ourearth.org/ http://earth911.com/http://www.greenearthrec.com/Introduction

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Process 1&2 Process 3&4Process 4 cont.Process 5Process 6 Return to: ProcessStep 3Within your group, select the 2 ideas your group would like to pursue. Present your top 2 ideas to your teacher, and using herfeedback, decide which idea your team will develop for implementation. Create a timeline for completing this project.Step 4Explore the topic to determine the benefits of implementing theidea in your school. Determine the detailed process of implementing your proposed activity and identify individuals and other resources affected by the activity. In addition, your group should address questions about implementing the idea. What materials will be needed?What costs will result? How much time will it take to maintain? Finally, create a timeline and plan for making your idea a reality.

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Process 1&2 Process 3&4Process 4 cont.Process 5Process 6 Return to:Happy BirthdayEddie "Lockjaw" DavisSittin' In With Classic Bebop, track 12147755.17