The Sixth Grade Landmark Fair… And YOU! By: Ms. Walsh.

The Sixth Grade Landmark Fair…And YOU!

By: Ms. Walsh

What is a Famous Landmark?

• A famous landmark is a well-known man-made building or natural creation.

• When you see a famous landmark, you should know where it is located.

• Famous landmarks are often icons or symbols for the country or state they are in.

• Famous landmarks often represent a country’s culture or history.

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Why Learn About Landmarks?

• It’s a great way to connect the study of World Geography to real life.

• It’s interesting to see different types of buildings, monuments and structures.

• Some people, like Ms. Walsh love to travel the world to SEE famous landmarks!

• Learning about landmarks is like taking a virtual trip around the world for a lot less cash!

• Really….it just makes you a more educated person! Let’s take a look…

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Do you recognize these?

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How about these?

How about these?

Setting the Scene…

• Landmarks are often used to show the setting of a movie.

• Directors of movies expect people to have some “cultural literacy.”

• They “could” use sub-titles or they could SHOW you the setting for a scene.

• Educated people don’t need subtitles. Educated people see a famous landmark and know where the scene is taking place.

• So, learn about famous landmarks, become a famous movie director and remember who your sixth grade teacher was! Let’s get started!

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The 3 Parts of the Landmark Project

1. Informational poster2. 3-D model of your landmark3. Teacher interview

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Your Informational Poster:

• You will get a graphic organizer that will outline what needs to be included on your poster. Make sure all the information on this organizer ends up on your poster!

• You will have some time in social studies class to do research for your poster. If you don’t finish in class, you will need to finish at home.

• Poster should be neat, accurate and complete. Sixth grade effort only please.

• Your poster will be displayed in front of your 3-D model at the fair.

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Your 3-D Model:• A 3-D model has three dimensions: length, width and height!• You will get a landmark project rubric or “road map” to tell you what will be

graded.• Build your 3-D model at home. You may get help from a parent or another

adult, but you must be the one in charge of the project. • The materials don’t need to be bought from a store. Sometimes “trash”

can be “treasure!” use empty boxes, cardboard, paper plates, cups, paint and other materials found in your home. Do NOT spend a lot of money on the project.

• Don’t make it “too big”…you will have limited space on the display table. • Don’t procrastinate! You have WEEKS to do this project and it will take a

long time!• Put in your BEST effort! Your project will be on display in front of the entire

school. There will be a lot of GREAT projects as the fair!• Have it done by the DUE DATE: ________ No late projects accepted.

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The Teacher Interview…

• You will be doing research on your famous landmark.

• At the landmark fair, a teacher will interview you to make sure you know the important facts about your landmark. If you did the research and remembered your facts…you should be fine!

• Make sure learn about your landmark and make sure to practice!

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Remember…

• Do your best work.• Don’t procrastinate.• Follow the project instructions.• Ask for help EARLY if you need it.• Have fun• GET ‘ER DONE!

Any Questions??

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