I Did a What? A WebQuest for the Iditarod Designed by Lisa Bever

Introduction Introduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes MUSH! Your winter coat has grown thick, the snow crunches underfoot, you’ve been strengthened after months of training. The Iditarod will begin soon and your team must be ready! As the veteran dogs on the team, your challenge is training the rookie dog for the race. You already know the ropes but there is much to teach this new friend – you better get started! Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

The Task The rookie has come to YOU with 10 questions about the Iditarod. Research these questions and fill out the questionnaire handout. Choose 2 projects to complete and share with the class. IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

The Process 1.Find answers to the questions your inquisitive rookie has asked your team.questions 2.Research these questions and fill out the questionnaire.Research 3.Your group may choose 2 of the following projects. Click the for project tips! Map the route and distance the teams will travel each dayMap Graph the distance traveled daily Create an AD to entice other dogs to move to Alaska Create a Daily Journal of an Iditarod Sled Dog. Create a Power Point Presentation of the rules and history of the race Make a DOG radio broadcast covering the Iditarod IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Evaluation Points will be awarded for each project. Will you perform as a lead dog or further down the pecking order? *Rubrics are included for each project.Rubrics Is the Map clear and accurately labeled? Is the Graph clear and accurately labeled? Is the Advertisement Poster persuasive and neat? Does the Journal contain accurate information? Is the Power Point Presentation visually appealing and informative? Is the “Dogcast” creative and informative? IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Conclusion Thanks to you, the rookie is armed and ready to join the team! IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes What did you learn about Alaska and Iditarod? Would you want to live in Alaska? Would you like to join the race?

Standards Written 5 th grade Grade 5 English/Language Arts Structural Features of Informational and Technical Materials Use the features of informational texts, such as formats, graphics, diagrams, illustrations, charts, maps, and organization, to find information and support understanding Analyze text that is organized in sequential or chronological order. Comprehension and Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Recognize main ideas presented in texts, identifying and assessing evidence that supports those ideas Draw inferences, conclusions, or generalizations about text and support them with textual evidence and prior knowledge. Expository (Informational) Critique Distinguish among facts, supported inferences, and opinions in text. WRITING: Process Organization and Focus Discuss ideas for writing, keep a list or notebook of ideas, and use graphic organizers to plan writing Write stories with multiple paragraphs that develop a situation or plot, describe the setting, and include an ending Write informational pieces with multiple paragraphs Continued on the next page….. IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Standards Written for grades 2 and 5 Grade 5 English/Language Arts WRITING: Process Evaluation and Revision Review, evaluate, and revise writing for meaning and clarity Proofread one’s own writing, as well as that of others, using an editing checklist or set of rules, with specific examples of corrections of specific errors Edit and revise writing to improve meaning and focus through adding, deleting, combining, clarifying, and rearranging words and sentences Write responses to literature Write research reports about important ideas, issues, or events Write persuasive letters Deliver narrative Geography Name and locate states, major cities, major regions, major rivers, and mountain ranges in the United States.Continued on the next page….. IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Standards Written for 5 th Grade Grade 5 Geography Name and locate states, major cities, major regions, major rivers, and mountain ranges in the United States Give examples of how specific physical features influenced historical events and movements. Mathematics Explain which types of displays are appropriate for various sets of data. IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Resources Great Sites The Official Iditarod website Cabela's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Coverage Anchorage Daily News Dogsled.com Iditarod Facts Mrs. Morgan's Great Iditarod Adventure UltimateIditarod.com To make your own map click here: IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Books to Read Stone Fox by John Reynolds Gardiner Kiana’s Iditarod by Shelley Gill Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 Back to the Process

Teacher Notes This Web Quest was aligned with 5 th grade standards but may be adapted for other grades.standards RubricsRubrics are included for each project. Credits: tpkids.htm IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Rookie Questions 1.What are the High and Low temperatures in Alaska during the Iditarod? 2.How long is the race? 3.List at least 5 animals native to Alaska. 4.List at least 5 new words and write the meaning. 5.When did the race begin? 6.Who started the race? 7.What are the rules of the race? 8.When does the race begin and when does it end? 9.How are the dogs grained? 10.What do the mushers wear during the race? Back to the Process Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004

Rubrics  Map Rubric Map Rubric  Graph Rubric Graph Rubric  Poster Rubric Poster Rubric  Journal Rubric Journal Rubric  PowerPoint Rubric PowerPoint Rubric  Dogcast Rubric Dogcast Rubric Back to the Evaluation

Back to the Process The Route

The Process - Map Tips To make your own map click here: The map needs to be labeled correctly. Note checkpoints and towns. Include the legend and show the distance between points. Please make your map easy to read and neat! Look at the Map Rubric to see how your teacher will grade you! IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 MapMap the route and distance the teams will travel each day Back to the Process

The Process – Graph Tips You may use Excel or create your own graph! Make sure your graph is labeled correctly. Please make your graph neat and easy to read! Look at the Graph Rubric to see how your teacher will grade you! IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 Choose a musher and graph the distance traveled daily. Back to the Process

The Process – Poster Tips Create an AD to entice other dogs to move to Alaska IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 Make a poster using your choice of materials Ad pictures to make it visually appealing Please use your research and use accurate information.research Please make it neat and easy to read! Look at the Poster Rubric to see how your teacher will grade you! Back to the Process

The Process – Journal Tips Create a Daily Journal of an Iditarod Sled Dog. IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 Pretend you are a sled dog entered in the Iditarod. Write a daily journal of your adventure. Include the setting, (where and when) How are you feeling? Use your research and use accurate information.research Please make it neat and easy to read. Look at the Journal Rubric to see how your teacher will grade you! Back to the Process

The Process – PowerPoint Tips Create a Power Point Presentation IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 Create a Power Point Presentation Include the rules and history of the Iditarod Look at the Power Point Rubric to see how your teacher will grade you! Back to the Process

The Process – “Dogcast” Tips You are covering the Iditarod from a dog’s point of view Include the setting. (Where and when) Use your research and use accurate informationresearch Speak clearly Be creative! Look at the “Dogcast” Rubric to see how your teacher will grade you! IntroductionIntroduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Standards | Resources | Teacher NotesTaskProcessEvaluationConclusionStandardsResources Teacher Notes Iditarod Created by Lisa Bever August 3, 2004 Make a DOG radio broadcast covering the Iditarod Back to the Process

Map Rubric Back to the Evaluation

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