This year, 5th graders will be studying the countries of the Western Hemisphere.  In the Spring, we will research a specific country.

Project Requirements:

History

     Timeline of important events

Government

     Type of Govt.

     Leaders

     Flag

     Symbols

     Capital

     Population

Geography

     Physical Map (landforms)

     Political Map (cities, etc)

     Natural Resources

     Size

     Climate/Weather

     regions/states/territories/provinces

Culture

     Celebrations

     Religions

     Foods

     Lifestyle

     Holidays

     School

     Language

Economy

     Currency

     Imports/Exports

     Tourism

When you have completed your checklist, you are ready to start your Power Point.

Power Point Requirements:

Title Slide

Geography Slide

History Slide

Government Slide

Economics Slide

Culture Slide

Editorial Slide (Is it a good place to visit? to live?)

Bibliography Slide (sources)