Volcanoes
Around the World
Final Due Date: Thursday, June 13th
Your assignment: choose a volcano and research its history and how it has affected
life on our planet. We will be conducting research in our class on the iPads, but you
will also have to research on your own to meet the deadline. Your final grade will be
based on your finished project and presentation to the class.
What will my project look like?
A PowerPoint/Keynote presentation
What do I need to include?
You MUST include at least the following 4 groups of information in your report.
1. General Volcano Information
Name of the volcano
- How was it named/what does the name mean? (if available)
Type of volcano (composite/strato-, shield or cinder cone volcano)
Height of volcano
Where is it? Include at least one map.
At least one drawing or picture of the volcano
What cities or towns are nearby? Include distance and population.
Eruption history, including:
Is the volcano currently active? (is it active, dormant or extinct?)
Eruptions: most recent and most famous or powerful
Include the date and description of the eruption
How have people or ecosystems nearby been affected? (if available)
Any worldwide effects of the eruptions (if available)
2. Myths or legends from local people about volcano (if available)
- If it seems like no myths or legends are available, talk to Ms. Nowell.
3. Superlative: Volcanoes are often well known for a reason. Choose a category
from the list below that you believe your volcano fits into and is the “best” at.
In your report you will explain why you believe your volcano is the ultimate example
or best of that category using evidence to support your claim.
Most Beautiful
Most Helpful
Most Explosive
Most Active
Most Mythical/Spiritual
Most Destructive
4. Properly cited bibliography – turn in on a separate piece of paper on due date
Where will I get my information from?
You must have at least three sources, and one of them has to be a book.
You can use encyclopedias, books, the Internet, and other printed resources. The
library has a lot of great books that you can use, talk to Ms. Palmer. You are
required to turn in a properly formatted bibliography with your project. To help
you keep your sources organized you will be given note taking sheets and a
bibliography format.
May I work with a partner?
You may work with one other student from your class, but you don’t have to. If you
do choose to work with a partner more will be expected of both of you. In addition to
the previous requirements you must also include the following extra information in
your report:
 The names of plants or animals that are specially evolved to life near the volcano
 What is the cause of this volcanic activity? (either subduction zone or hot spot)
 A quote from a news story about your volcano
 At least 2 maps
o a local or country map and a world map showing the volcano’s location
 At least three pictures or drawings of the volcano
 If available, describe the pyroclastic materials or lava produced by the volcano
- Both group members must have an equal role in the presentation
When is this due?
After researching on iPads, we will spend one class organizing an outline for your
project. After that, it is up to you to finish the project on your own time.
You will be presenting your project in class and the order will be randomly chosen
and posted in class before the due date.
Here’s an overview of the major due dates for the project:
Week of 5/31 – Review project details, choose a volcano, research in class
6/6- complete outline of information in class
6/13 – Final projects must be turned in; start in-class presentations
So, what volcano can I research?
Popocatepetl - Mexico
Mt. Vesuvius - Italy
Mt. Etna - Italy
Mt. Unzen - Japan
Mt. Fuji - Japan
Mt. Tambora - Indonesia
Mt. Merapi - Indonesia
Krakatoa - Indonesia
Mt. Pelee - Martinique
Mt. St. Helens – Washington, USA
Mauna Loa – Hawaii, USA
Paricutin - Mexico
Soufriere Hills – Montserrat
Mount Mayon – Philippines
Colima – Mexico
Stromboli – Mediterranean Sea
Kilauea – Hawaii, USA
Crater Lake – Oregon, USA
Ol Doinyo Lengai - Tanzania
Sakurajima – Japan
Pinatubo – Philippines
Hekla -- Iceland
Thera/Santorini -- Greece
Mt. Shasta – California, USA
Mt. Rainier – Washington, USA
Others approved by teacher