Famous person 20th century research Project for 4th & 5th grade – social studies activity

This famous person of the 20th-century research project is great to learn about influential people of the 20th century. Use with 4th and 5th graders in social studies & language arts to keep my students engaged and learning. Students will research independently, create a presentation, rehearse with classmates, and present to the class. It usually takes one week for completion. Below is a list of what is included.

This packet has everything you need, including:

✿ A note to parents explaining the project

✿ Student planning page

✿ Research page

✿ Rubrics for teachers and students(rehearsals)

✿ Grading sheets

✿ Daily participation log

✿ Planning page for power points, scripts, or oral presentation

Influential people:

• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Rosa Parks
• Cesar Chavez
• Jane Addams
• Susan B. Anthony
• Colin Powell
• Dwight Eisenhower
• Ronald Reagan
• Steve Jobs
• Charles Chaplin
• John F. Kennedy
• Ronald Reagan
• George Washington Carver
• Bill Gates
• Steve Jobs
• Henry Ford
• Franklin Roosevelt
• Create your own

Students will have a guideline of important information they need to include in the presentation. This will ensure students understand and have clear expectations for this project.

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