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Imagine a perfect world. Imagine all of the things that make you happy.
This perfect world is known as a utopia.
Utopia
(n) : a world in which everything and everyone works in perfect harmony.
 You will create a 5 x 7 postcard with two sides. I suggest you use poster paper, card stock or an index card.
 The first card will include a collage/drawing/photograph/computer image that clearly shows how you envision your utopia.
 The second card will include a well-written paragraph explaining the key elements of your utopia.
A well-written paragraph includes a topic sentence, at least 8 supporting details and a concluding sentence. You may write more than 8 supporting details. Keep the following in mind when writing your paragraph:
The topic sentence should tell the reader what your paragraph is going to be about. In this case, you are writing about your utopia. You are introducing your reader to your utopia. You may want to include the name of your utopia in your topic sentence.
The supporting details should tell the reader specific facts about your utopia. You may want to include information about how people learn, how rules are enforced, who leads this utopia, transportation, and/or languages spoken in this utopia.
The concluding sentence should restate the topic sentence using different words.
 You may type or neatly print the paragraph.
 Your first and last name, English ID and homeroom should be written on the front of the postcard in the lower-right-hand corner.
On the due date, you will submit your postcard AND rubric during your
English class. You will not be permitted to submit any work at any other time during the day.
Due Date_________________________

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CRITERIA
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Utopia Project
SCORE
The student created a clear visual of the utopia on the front side of the 5 x 7 postcard. The visual is neat and colorful.
(20 points)
The student wrote a well-organized paragraph that includes a clear topic sentence, at least 8 supporting details and a concluding sentence. (20 points)
The paragraph clearly explains the important components of this utopia.
The details include, but are not limited to the name of the utopia, information about how people learn, how rules are enforced, who leads this utopia, transportation, and/or languages spoken in this utopia. The ideas are original and creative. (30 points)
The student proofread all work. There are few errors in spelling and grammar.
The paragraph is neat and easy to read.
(15 points)
The student followed directions. The final product is neat, attractive and shows effort and thought went into the project. (15 points)
Grade
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