The Giver

 

Introduction

Jonas and his community have no memory of the past or any knowledge of history.  They also have no information on other colonies that might be similar to theirs.  In this webquest, you will study various historical happenings and information about other colonies (countries).  You will also have a better understanding of utopian communities.  

 

Your Mission

Throughout this webquest you will be working on several activities that will require you to research various historical events and people that have impacted the world we know.  You will look at different countries and cultures and learn how they compare with the one you live in.  You will also be required to dig into your own past and that of your family to see where you have come from.  The past is rich with information, knowledge, and memories!  What do you think the world would be like if you had no knowledge of the past?  

Process

Before you begin working, take a moment to browse through all of the activities listed in the menu to the left.  You will need to choose four activities that you would be interested in doing.  Try to choose the ones that you find interesting or useful.  When you are finished with this project, you will have completed a total of five of these activities; The Memory Treasure Chest is required, the other four are your choice.  Be sure to read through all of the directions carefully and finish the entire activity before you move on to the next one.  Some of the activities may take longer than others, but each of them opens a doorway to understanding who you are and where you have come from.  

Evaluation

   The Memory "Treasure Chest"

The Memory "Treasure Chest" activity will be graded with the following rubric.  You will need to demonstrate an understanding of the overall project and its requirements.  You will also need to be organized and be sure that you can explain each of the memories and the details of the particular event(s) being described.     

 

Demonstrates understanding of project 1 2 3 4 5
Demonstrates web navigating skills 1 2 3 4 5
Organization 1 2 3 4 5
Time management 1 2 3 4 5
Includes at least 5 memories 1 2 3 4 5
Uses at least 4 sources 1 2 3 4 5
Includes mementos/photos for each memory 1 2 3 4 5
Shows knowledge of events described in memories 1 2 3 4 5
Can clearly explain each memories 1 2 3 4 5
Overall Appearance/Creativity 1 2 3 4 5

 

   Other Activities

The other part of this project is to choose four additional activities to complete.  These activities will not be graded quite as specifically as the Memory "Treasure Chest" activity, but you will still have to demonstrate that you do understand the requirements of the activity and be sure to complete each one thoroughly.  The rubric for these four additional activities is listed below.

 

Demonstrates understanding of activity 1 2 3 4 5
Demonstrates web navigating skills 1 2 3 4 5
Organization/Time management 1 2 3 4 5
Completes activity as directed 1 2 3 4 5
Overall Appearance/completion 1 2 3 4 5

 

 Conclusion

Congratulations!  You have completed the webquest!  You should know more about history, other countries, and utopian societies similar to the one in Lori Lowry's The Giver.