2.  Desert animals that live in Arizona  Each person will research an animal that no one else in class is researching  Create a reference page  Create a Powerpoint presentation

3.  You will mark your first, second, and third choices  Top choice - write #1  Second choice – write #2  Third choice – write #3  Each animal must be in a different classification  Example: roadrunner (bird), gila monster (reptile), and coyote (mammal)

4.  Use books in the library  Use reputable internet resources  http://www.desertusa.com/mag06/nov/blkbear.ht ml http://www.desertusa.com/mag06/nov/blkbear.ht ml  Use Encyclopedia Britannica

5.  Reference Page  This page that you create will be put together with other students’ pages to create a class book.  You need to use a computer program to create your page (Word, Publisher).

6.  Powerpoint Presentation  Same information as on the reference page.  Each category should be its own slide. You may use more than one slide for categories that have more information in them if you would like to.  You must write a shortened version of the information. You should not have complete sentences.  You should have at least one picture in your presentation, but having more is recommended.  You must practice your presentation before presenting it to the class. Make sure that you practice using a clear voice that everyone in our classroom can hear. You may use note cards to write specific information that you would like to share with us during your presentation.

7.  Size  Appearance  Habitat  Adaptations  Behaviors  Babies  Diet  Fun Facts (optional)

8.  Reference Page is due on Monday, April 19 th.  Powerpoint Presentation is due on Monday, May 9 th.  Questions?