Create a Continent
Name _____________________________________________________
Class Period _______________________________________________
Rubric
Scale
Excellent
Satisfactory
Unsatisfactory
3
2
1
Self
Evaluation
Yes or No
Points
(teacher)
Points
Project: 10 different landforms represented
Accurate representations of landforms
Has at least 3 cities represented
Completed in 3-D
Labeling is complete and legible
Has a map key with 5 symbols
Has an accurate scale bar
Is neat
Shows creativity
Paper:
Has an introduction paragraph
Meets length requirement (min. 2
pages double-spaced)
Accurate descriptions of landforms
Accurate analysis of effects of landforms
Total Points
Total Possible Points
Grade
39
Name ________________________________
Class ________________________________
Directions- Create a Continent
Your project is to invent a continent of your own and then make a 3-dimensional map of
its physical appearance. Be creative with the shape. Give your continent a theme and a
name that goes with that theme.
Your project must have the following items:
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10 different types of landforms accurately represented
Each landform labeled and given a name
A name
A map key with at least 5 symbols and their meanings which are also placed
on the map
A scale bar
At least three cities with names of your choosing
Must be 3-dimensional
Your paper must explain how the physical geography of your continent has affected the
daily lives of its people. Explain how humans have adapted to the environment and how
the natural geography has impacted its human population.
The paper must:
- Be two pages double spaced
- Include an introduction of your continent
- Explain what landforms are found on
A half-way point check-in conference is required so we can discuss your progress.
This will count as a major project grade. Projects and papers should be completed and
turned in on Monday, September 26.
A rubric is provided on the back with a checklist you may use to make sure you have
included all elements on your map and in your paper.
Glue the rubric to the back of your project for grading.