The Science Guys
Scientists, Inventors, and Other Cool People
| In the beginning... | Men and women thoughout the ages have contributed to our knowledge of life on earth by observing and exploring the world around us. They were ordinary people just like us...so why and how did they make such an impact on our lives? |
| Your Mission! | On the first day you need to browse the first five sites listed below and select a scientist or inventor to research. To get your selection approved, you need to find at least two websites about your person and at least one picture (to make sure you can find plenty of information.) Your mission then is to complete your worksheet of questions about your scientist and add any other information necessary to create your brochure. |
| Where to look... | A Good Place to Start
African American Scientists and Inventors Some additional sites AFTER you have checked the ones above (please use only those that apply to your scientist): ENCARTA (online encyclopedia)(see teacher tips #1) the Right Stuff about the Wrights
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| Requirements | REMEMBER: The main
focus of your brochure is what the scientist/inventor gave to the world. Ask
yourself: Why is he/she famous? How did what he/she did change the world?
The following items should be included in your
brochure. 1. A picture of your scientist. (see teacher tips #2) 2. A brief biography including home life and education 3. His/her contributions to science 4. At least one other picture relating to why she/he is famous. 5. Completion of worksheet suggestions.
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| Teacher Tips | 1. When using Encarta, type in the last
name first, then the first name. Example: Edison, Thomas 2. How to save a picture: Using your mouse, RIGHT click on the picture, go to "Save as..." and then to your directory (the place you normally save to). Make sure it has a name with 8 or less letters that you will recognize. Save it.
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| Grading | Your completed worksheet is worth 50 points. |
| When you are finished..... | When you have finished gathering your information, show it to your teacher for final approval. If you are truly finished, use the rest of the time to begin organizing your information into categories or topics for your brochure. |