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| Introduction | " I had in my mind to do something big and I did," said Simon Rodia. You have read the fascinating story of how one man created a lasting work of art from what other people would have considered trash. Now you will get to learn more about the man, the towers and their purpose today. | ||||
| Task | Visit each of the sites listed below learning as much as you can about how and why Simon Rodia created this masterpiece. Learn about it's history and it's uses today. Once you have completed the worksheet that goes with this webquest, you will then be asked to create a "tower" of your own using Hyperstudio. Follow the guidelines for evaluation that are given below. | ||||
| Resources | Watts
Towers Video
LA Harbour-Watts Economic Development Corporation Simon Rodia's Watts Towers--be sure to look at the photo gallery here The Watts Towers of Simon Rodia by the Cultural Affairs Department of the City of Los Angeles The Watts Towers-- one man's personal thoughts about the Towers in Watts. Pay special attention to the photographs here. | ||||
| Process | Complete the worksheet using the Resources above.
Then create your own 'tower' using Hyperstudio and clipart that is available in that program. Follow these guidelines:
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| Teacher Tips | Simon Rodia didn't have a plan when he constructed, but he did use trial and error. He didn't just slap things on his structures, he looked to see if they looked right and he they didn't then he removed them. You need to use the same process when creating your structure. | ||||
| Evaluation | You will be evaluated on completion of worksheet, following guidelines for your 'tower', and written test over all information you have received on Watts Towers both on the internet and in your classroom reading. | ||||
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