BLACK HISTORY MONTH RESEARCH PROJECT

Due 2/29/16
My Black History Figure is ____________________.
DESCRIPTION : By the end of this project, you will have researched a famous Black American,
used technology resources and books to write at least a 1-2 pages word report about that person,
and share with your classmates. This process should involve all of the steps of writing. Parents
should monitor and help students with this project.
RESEARCH PAPER RUBRIC
GRAMMAR & SPELLING _____/25 pts.

Punctuated correctly

Spelling errors are minimal

Correct grammar

NEATNESS & Presentation _____/25 pts.

Neat cover-picture, name of person, your name, and three questions for your readers

Neat handwriting in pencil or typing (Double spacing if typed)

Oral Presentation ( Seems Knowledgeable about topic)

CONTENTS _____/25 pts.

Birth & Early Life /2 pts.

Family/5pts

Education / 5pts

Famous (Why this person was famous?) /5pts

Later Life and/or Death(When and/or how this person died?) /2pts

Conclusion/Reflection (What has this research taught or how it has inspired you?)/5 pts.

Sequenced by time order and includes accomplishments /1pt.

ACCURATE & INTERESTING _____/ 25 pts.

Information is accurate

Report is told in your own words/voice

Told like a story, not just a list of facts

List the resources(at least three) (Where did you get the information?)-5 points
100 Total Possible Points/ Points Earned_________pts
*This is worth four grades! You may include pictures or other creative artifacts to
enhance your project.