* Note to all parents: The intent of this WebQuest is for students to learn about hurricanes so that we can prepare our community. It will be completed with the support of the 5th grade teachers, and Mrs. Kalish, the computer teacher.

A Fifth Grade WebQuest
Hurricane Preparedness??




Hurricanes are a frequent phenomenon. In August of 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States.


The Task:

As a student living on Long Island, you have been chosen to create a publisher brochure. Your brochure will be divided into 6 sections. Each section must be named and must include a graphic.

The below information must be included in your brochure.

1. What are hurricanes and how do they gather energy.
2. List the 5 hurricane categories and their corresponding wind speeds?
3. List 3 things you should do if a hurricane is heading your way?
4. Describe 2 past hurricanes on Long Island. Make sure to include name, location and category.
5. Your choice using information from your research worksheet.

The Process:

The following are links of Internet resources available to help you complete this project.


Fema For Kids
Stages of hurricanes
Great Hurricane of 1938
Nassau County Hurricane Information
How hurricanes work
Hurricane History

Conclusion:

Once you have completed your Internet research, put together an informative brochure to be shared with the class. Each brochure will be graded using the below rubric.

Evaluation

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1
Little or no effort made. 

2
Some attempt made. 

3
Strong attempt made.

4
High attention given to detail.

Is information clear and accurate.

Are fonts and colors used effectively.

Is brochure easy to read.

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Does brochure have good graphics that are pertinent to the information.

Is spelling and grammer correct.

Project completed on time.

4     21-24 points
3     16-20 points
2     11-15  points
1     6-10  points