Interdisciplinary projects that live beyond the classroom

Songwriting Intensive

Grade(s):

7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Performance of original songs written by students during a week-long intensive

You Grotto Go To Hemlock Gorge

Grade(s):

6

Graphic novel about the geographic history of the Hemlock Gorge

Peacekeepers of Chicago

Grade(s):

7

Biographical sketches and photos of community members who promote peace in Chicago

A Microscopic World of Wonder

Grade(s):

5, 6

Information about microorganisms along with illustrations inspired by Ernst Haeckel.

The Port Susan Restoration Project

Grade(s):

3, 4, 5, 6

Informative postcard mailed to the students' community describing restoration of a local estuary

Stand Up! Speak Out!

Grade(s):

5

Fictional speeches written by students in the voice of real historical leaders with symbolic illustrations

A is for Ancient Egypt

Grade(s):

6

Alphabet book on Ancient Egypt, with illustrations and information

Renewing our Future

Grade(s):

7

Calendar with information on different types of renewable energy with photos of students at work

Do the Green Thing

Grade(s):

7, 8

Book of tips on energy efficiency created to guide decisions in a school renovation

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