GlobalSchoolNet.org -- Linking Kids Around the World!

Implementation Overview The project could be part of a tall tale unit or a technology unit, in conjunction with a study of United States and World natural wonders. Students need to know the story of Paul Bunyan. Students choose the natural wonder and creatively write the "story" of how Paul Bunyan created it. They will also find internet links to the real site. Additionally, they will post photos of an actual visit to the site. Photos, stories and pictures can come from other participants, also.

Those involved in the design of the site will also find the global position of the wonder and site navagation will use global positioning to create a "relative" world map of the wonders.

Entry Level Skills and Knowledge This will depend on the level of involvement.

High involvement (limited number of classes) would design and implement the design of the web site, deciding on the format and technology to be used in creating the site. They would also create stories and pictures and find photos.

Casual involvement would be a class or individual adding a story or picture or sending photos to be used.

High involvement: Web Design abilities - teacher and/or students animation using gif builder flash animation global positioning (latitude /longitude) to identify wonder's location

Casual involvement - one or more of the following - sent by email attachment send a photo of a natural wonder - listing the place (city and country) and date on which it was taken. make up a story about a wonder - give an internet link to the actual location. draw a picture of Paul and/or Babe creating a wonder - tell a little of what they are creating.

Curriculum Standards Social Sciences A. Locate, describe and explain places, regions and features on the Earth.

Intermediate:17.A.1b Identify the characteristics and purposes of geographic representations including maps, globes, graphs, photographs, software, digital images and be able to locate specific places using each.

Middle: 17.A.3b Explain how to make and use geographic representations to provide and enhance spatial information including maps, graphs, charts, models, aerial photographs, satellite images.

Language Arts C. Communicate ideas in writing to accomplish a variety of purposes.

Intermediate: 3.C.3b Using available technology, produce compositions and multimedia works for specified audiences.

Middle: 3.C.4b Using available technology, produce compositions and multimedia works for specified audiences.