Name ________________________Date____________________________
Choosing your confirmation name:
You will choose a Saint and become a living model of that person. To prepare, you will research the life
of the saint you chose and include the following information in your research. For the costume, you will
describe the clothing most likely worn by the person during the period of history in which they lived and
then plan your own costume/period clothing accordingly for LCHM day. Button Note Card On a 4x6
note card, you will write an outline about the holy person you chose to represent. The outline will include
all elements from below. On museum day, you will place your note card in a conspicuous place on your
costume/clothing or hold it in front of you. The note card should have an “ON” button on one side. When
a guest steps in front you and presses the “ON” button” you will come to life, transforming from a statue
frozen in time, to a living model of the holy person you are representing. You will identify who you are
and tell a brief history story. This should take approximately 1 – 1 ½ minutes
The Living Catholic History Museum will be open to Sunday school classes on
SAINT PROJECT: Name of the Saint
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Use a separate notecard for
each bullet point and label
accordingly
(place number in top right corner
of card)
#1
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name and distinguishing titles (Saint,
Blessed, Pope, Bishop, etc.)
period of church history during which the
person lived
family history/background (born, died, and
other significant events)
three notable contributions to the church
(How did this person leave their mark on
history?)
costume/period clothing
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explain why you chose this person
#6
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#2
#3
#4
#5
RESEARCH METHOD
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Required Information
Use the rubric as your
guide
Evaluate Resources
Destiny Quest
2 online resources
2 books
January 15
Summarize Information
Make note cards of
your resources for the
Works Cited page
January 22 and
24
Note cards will be
checked individually
during class on
January 28
Your note cards
should show what is a
direct quote, what is
a paraphrase, and
what you have
summarized using
your own words
(original work)
Minimum of 20 note
cards
Establish Organization
Color code or group
your cards using the
rubric as a guide
Arrange Information in
Order
Use the rubic as your
guide
Rough Draft and
Revise
Write the rough draft
Read it out loud to
catch any improper
grammar or missing
words
Do peer edit
Write the final
research paper and
Works Cited Page
using MLA format
Complete Project
Hand in on Time
Rough draft due
January 28
Peer Edit due
February 1
Final Research Paper
due (at end of class)
February 4
Religion Lesson Plans
Thursday, January 10, 2013
1. Present examples of book source card and online source card in preparation for Saints Paper
2. Examine examples of plagiarism, paraphrasing and summarizing.
3. Review How to Prepare Note Cards and give examples of direct quotation note cards, paraphrase
and summary notes.
4. Show students Works Cited page MLA format from presentation on Mrs. McKenna’s wikispace
qaengligh@wikispaces.com
5. Create an example of (1) source note card, (2)direct quotation note card, (3) paraphrase and (4)
summary (5) plagiarized note card.
Monday, January 14, 2013
Spelling Bee during Religion
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
1. Distribute baggies containing note cards (25 nc per bag. Min. of 20 nc for research paper)
2. Have students write their name on the baggie.
3. Distribute LCHM Assignment Sheet 1 of 2. Review rubric and research method checklist/timeline.
4. Students have four days (Tues.1/22, Thurs.1/24, Mon 1/28, Tues.1/29) to research, make note
cards and work on their rough draft, works cited, and saint image (tagxedo).
5. Use teacher computer to show students how to access Destiny Quest
6. Students will begin research using Destiny Quest
7. Students will make source cards for their books and online resources and write note cards
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Geography Bee during Religion
Monday, January 21, 2012
No School
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
1. Students will continue making note cards
2. Students will organize/color code note cards using the rubric as a guide
3. Students will arrange note cards in the order of the grading rubric
4. Teacher will check note cards as they are doing research and to make sure student has
minimum number of note cards before they can begin typing.
5. Teacher will give individual student permission to begin their rough draft.
6. Students will continue to work on their rough draft and Works Cited page (MLA format).
Thursday, January 24, 2013
1. Students work on note cards, the rough draft of their research paper and the Works Cited page
(Citation Maker – MLA format).
2. Teacher will check note cards as they are doing research
Monday, January 28, 2013
1. Students will print a copy of their rough draft before the end of class and turn it in to the
teacher
2. Teacher collects rough drafts and writes notes to and comments to students
3. Teacher makes list of peer editors
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
1. Another day to work on rough draft and works cited page
Friday, February 1, 2013
1. Teacher assigns peer editors (1&2, 3&4, etc.)
2. Constructive comments only
3. Students will follow these instructions for peer edit
1. Technical Capitalization Appearance Punctuation Spelling
2. Content – Does the paper have all the elements in the rubric?
3. Basic writing skills- Does the paper flow? Is there an intro? A conclusion?
4. Student will give peer editor their assignment sheet so they can initial it
5. Students will create a word document SAVE AS Name of Saint with these elements:
1. Student Name
2. Saint/Holy Person Name
3. Peer Editor
4. Bullet list containing edits and comments
6. Peer Editor will print bullet list
7. Students will return to their seats and make changes as needed based on edits
8. Teacher will collect Peer Editor Notes
Example of Book Source Card
This will help you
find the book later
Call number
Author’s name – Last name, First name
Title of Book
Place of publication: Publishing company, Copyright date
Example of Online Source
Title of article
Author(s)
Date of
electronic
publication
Title of web page
de Vera, Ed. “Mary as Ark of the Covenant.” Totus Tuus,
Maria. 17 Dec. 2010. All About the Virgin Mary. 17 Dec.
2010.
Date of
download
<http://www.all-about-the-virgin-mary.com/ark-of-the-covenant.html>
Title of larger site
URL
How To Prepare Note Cards
PROCEDURE
1. Always create a bibliography card for a source before you take notes.
2. Make sure note cards indicate what is quoted and what is paraphrased.
3. Before you leave the library, make sure you have written a page number in the lower left
corner of each note card.
4. Be neat, and pay attention to formatting details.
5. Develop a system for keeping your note cards organized.
CAUTIONARY NOTE ABOUT PLAGIARISM
Avoid plagiarism; never use the words of another source as if they are your own. Take notes in phrases,
not sentences. Use quotation marks for any information you copy directly from another source. When you
paraphrase, remember to give credit whenever you retain the main thought and structure of another
source, regardless of your changes. Not only does plagiarism violate the honor code, but it is also an
offense punishable by law. To avoid plagiarism, make a clear distinction on your note cards between the
material you quote directly (with quotation marks) and the material you paraphrase.
EACH CARD SHOULD CONTAIN:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
only one idea
a specific topic label for that card
the author of the work (if no author, use title)
a note (one of the three types)
the page number(s)
WHAT TO NOTE
1. any information that supports the thesis
o facts
o statistics
o definitions
2. statements by authorities on the subject
TYPES OF NOTE CARDS: direct quotation note cards, paraphrase note cards, and summary note cards
12/9/2010 <http://www.profgreen.tv/Note.htm>
DIRECT QUOTATION NOTE CARDS
Use a DIRECT QUOTATION note when the author has phrased something particularly well, when the
words express a meaning as no other words could, or when an authority has concisely stated an opinion
relevant to your speech.
STEPS TO FOLLOW
1. Copy the quotation exactly.
2. Check to make sure you have copied all spelling and punctuation exactly.
3. Make sure that the section of the work you quote does not need the surrounding material to
keep the same meaning.
SAMPLE DIRECT QUOTATION NOTE CARD
12/9/2010 <http://www.profgreen.tv/Note.htm>
PARAPHRASE NOTE CARDS
Use a PARAHRASE NOTE most of the time, putting another's ideas into your own words.
STEPS TO FOLLOW
1. Ask yourself the author's purpose and/or main idea.
2. Put the idea into your own words.
3. Read what you have written to be sure that it reflects the author's idea.
SAMPLE PARAPHRASE NOTE CARD
12/9/2010 <http://www.profgreen.tv/Note.htm>
SUMMARY NOTE CARDS
Use a SUMMARY NOTE to record in your own words the essence of a passage without examples and
explanations. Summary notes are usually for less important or repetitive information.
STEPS TO FOLLOW
1. Ask yourself the author's purpose and/or main idea.
2. Write that idea in a few words.
SAMPLE SUMMARY NOTE CARD
12/9/2010 <http://www.profgreen.tv/Note.htm>
8th Grade Catholic Church History
AD 33-present day
Living Catholic History Museum Assignment Sheet
Name___________________________
Date____________________________
Part 2 of 2: Button Note Card On a 4x6 note card, you will write an outline about the holy person you
chose to represent. The outline will include all elements from the rubric. On museum day, you will place
your note card in a conspicuous place on your costume/clothing or hold it in front of you. The note card
should have an “ON” button on one side. When a guest steps in front you and presses the “ON” button”
you will come to life, transforming from a statue frozen in time, to a living model of the holy person you
are representing. You will identify who you are and tell a brief history story. This should take
approximately 1 – 1 ½ minutes. Note card due date: Thursday, February 7, 2013
The Living Catholic History Museum will be open to the school public on Tuesday, February 12, 2013
and the holy people will be on display from 8:20-9:15. It will be best to wear your costume/period clothing
over your school uniform. You will be given approximately seven minutes before the museum “opens” to
put on your costume so keep within that time limit.
GRADING RUBRIC

Points
Possible
name and distinguishing titles
(Saint, Blessed, Pope, Bishop,
etc.)
period of church history during
which the person lived
5

family history/background (born,
died, and other significant events)
20

most notable contribution to the
church (How did this person leave
their mark on history?)
dressed in costume/period
clothing
30
name and picture of saint on note
card (side of “ON” button)
20
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TOTAL
5
20
100
Peer
Check
(student’s
initials)
______
Part 2
Points Earned
TO DO
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Last week of
October
November
February 4th
February 7th
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February 5th
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Present overview of assignment to 8th graders
Have students sign up for the holy person who they will represent
Email invite to 3rd and 4th grade teachers
Saints Project Paper for Living Catholic History Museum is due
Do costume/period clothing check
Do you have all the pieces for your costume?
Period clothing tips you want to share with classmates?
Is clothing appropriate?
Costume and notecard due
Make list/arrange saints by century
Layout/map spacing – one arm’s length apart
Make room in storage closet for costumes which will be stored from
February 7th – February 16th
Make arrangements for classes that will be affected since the
museum extends beyond first period. ENGLISH/ART
On 2/12:
o Switch for Rel  7B will have Rel in Sci
8A will go to 7B
o Costumes changes will take place as follows:
8A will go to the English Room after homeroom (KS to supervise)
8B will go to the Media Center after homeroom (MBS to supervise)
At 9:10, 8A goes to 7B and 8B goes to Media Center to remove
costumes and go to class.
Send email reminder to 3rd and 4th grade teachers
Send email to SPC requesting alternate entry to building so as not
to disturb 8:30 Mass flow
 Send email reminder to NHerlihy and EMcKenna that students will
be late for 2nd period – plan for 9:20 start time for 2nd period
 Explain process:
 Two rotations:
 3rd grade = 8:25-8:45
 4th grade = 8:50-9:10
 Living Statues are arranged by century
 Students (museum guests) will enter the McNamee Hall. The
statues will already be in place. Each guest will stand in front of one
statue. A tambourine will sound, they press the button on the statue
and they listen to the history story. The tambourine sounds the
guest takes a step to the right and presses the button on the next
statue. The process continues until time is called. Due to time
constraints, the students will not be able to interact with all the
statues but they will get a snippet of church history!
February 7th
February 11th
February 12th
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8A & 8B form a line and practice their talk in cafeteria
Make this dress rehearsal day
Time them getting dressed, getting to the church and getting in
place.
Also practice their history story.
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Museum Day
Borrow tambourine or xylophone from Music Room
All students in costume/period clothing (over their uniform)
Exhibit opens at promptly at 8:20
Arrange living statues by century
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