Chapter 4 Project Sheet

Directions: Choose one of the following projects below to complete. You may choose an extra project to complete as an extra credit assignment. Extra credit assignments must be turned in on time and will count as a test grade.

1. Research information on the Ganges River. One of the major issues today is the pollution of the river. Create a brochure explaining the pollution and its impact on India. What are the sources of pollution? What is being done about the pollution? Include pictures and data.

2. Research information on Hinduism’s main gods. Create a mobile that shows and explains the main Hindu gods. Your mobile should include a picture and explanation.

3. Asoka had moral advice posted around his empire. Research some the advice he posted. Create 3 public service announcements for appropriate behavior in Middle School based off of Asoka’s moral advice. Your public service announcements can be billboards, recorded messages, a video, or pamphlet.

4. Research information on Mohenjo-Daro or Harappa. Create a travel advertisement encouraging people to travel to either city. Make sure to include the advancements they have in their civilization compared to others. Included visuals in your advertisement.

5. Create a children’s book on the life of Buddha. This is going to a book to teach 4^th or 5^th grade students about Buddha and his accomplishments. Visuals are a must and remember to make the vocabulary something a 4^th or 5^th grader will understand.

Due Date:

A Day: January 13

B Day: January 17

Rubric

Points	Title	Description
25 points	Bibliography.	A bibliography is included. All sources are listed in correct MLA format. Sources are identified on how they are being used.
25 points	Information	Information is accurate and correct. Information is put in student own words. Information is either typed or written in pen.
25 points	Organization/Presentation	Project is put together as specified in directions. Project is neat and free of errors. Project is easy to understand.
25 points	Visuals	Visuals are accurate. Visuals pertain to the project. Visuals are clear and easy to see.