Biographical Wax Museum
The grade 3
students have been busy researching a famous person for their biographical
research project. While most of the topic choices are significant Canadians,
there are a few exceptions to this rule.
I would love to
have the class participate in a fun culminating event to share the information
that they have learned by holding a “Wax Museum” of the famous people they are
researching. This would involve a bit of work at home that I am hoping you
would be willing to help out with.
The premise of
the Wax Museum presentation is that students will be in character as statues.
Other students will circulate the room turning “on” the statues to hear a short
(4-5 sentence) speech that describes their legacy and important contributions from
the perspective of their biographical subject. These short speeches will be
prepared in class.
The at-home
portion would be to help your child find few photos to print off of the
internet of their subject. These will be used for a back drop poster for their
presentation and can be sent in as soon as possible. This back drop will be
made in class- the only home requirement is for a few images to be sent in. If
you do not have access to a computer or printer, please let me know.
I would also like
each child to come to school the day of the wax museum with props or costumes
to help get them into character. The costume need not be elaborate and some
examples could include a paint smock and brush for an artist; a sports shirt
and helmet for a hockey player; or a stack of books, pen and notepad for an
author. I have not yet set a date for
the Wax Museum since students are still busily working on their research, but
you can begin by brainstorming and organizing a few ideas! I will be in contact
again shortly to finalize the dates. If you have any questions, please email me
at amber.steeves@ocdsb.ca
Warmest
Regards,
Amber
Steeves
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