LAYERS OF THE EARTH PROJECT
6th Grade Science—Mrs. Jones
Directions:
Make a 3-dimensional model of the layers inside the Earth. Use different colors for the 4 main layers of the
Earth (use your notes and handouts). Also correctly show and label the zones of the Lithosphere and
Asthenosphere.
Try to make your layers proportionate (that is- they should be adjusted in size relative to other sizes)
In the spirit of caring for the Earth we challenge you to be CREATIVE by using all or mostly RECYCLED
materials rather than new materials.
Due Date is Monday, October 8, 2012
Requirements:
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3-Dimentional model that is smaller than soccer ball, but larger than a tennis ball.
Must have 4 different colors for your Earth layers.
Include the Lithosphere and Asthenosphere zones.
Label the layers and zones.
Proportion is important. (Proportion is getting the sizes of objects correct in relation to other objects.)
So, the crust should clearly appear to be the thinnest layer.
Must be made out of mostly reclaimed (recycled) materials.
Include an index card with your name, the steps you used in constructing your masterpiece, and list
materials you used (both recycled and new).
Be creative!
Make your model & labels neat. Be proud of your work. Spelling counts!
Make sure your name and class period are visible on project.
See grading rubric on back for more guidance.
Due on or before Monday, October 8, 2012. Each day project is late is 10 points off.
Get parents/guardian’s signature by Monday, September 24, 2012.
Return this page with your project.
I am aware that my child has 3D Layers of the Earth Model project which is due Monday, October 8, 2012.
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Parent/Guardian signature
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Student’s Name
Name __________________________________ Class period______
Due 10/8/12
Grading Rubric
CATEGORY
Parts of the
Earth
3
All layers and
zones included
2
3-5 layers and
zones included
1
1-2 layers and zones
included
Total
points
Total
X4
Spelling
All items spelled
correctly
All layers and
regions labeled
accurately
Obviously
proportional.
Most items
spelled correctly
3-5 layers and
labeled
accurately.
Somewhat
proportional
Few items spelled correctly
Use of Color
4 distinct colors
for layers
3 colors visible
for layers
2 or fewer distinct color
layers
Use of
recycled
materials with
index card
explanation
Neat/Pride in
work shows
Project made
mostly with
recycled
materials
Project made
with some
recycled
materials
Project made with little
recycled materials
Neat, pride in
work obvious
Somewhat neat,
with some pride
in work
Pride in work not obvious
Labeling
Proportional
X4
1-2 labeled correctly
X4
Not proportional.
X4
X4
X4
3 Dimensional
Index card included
Parent signature by 10/8/12
Put name on project
X4
+5
+5
+3
+3
TOTAL
Grade
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