| Students read actual news reports about the storm. They
then read "memos" from city staff members, taking various positions on
the evacuation. The students review basic information about hurricanes.
Finally, students "announce" their evacuation decision by filling out a
"press release."
Grade levels: 7-12
Prerequisites: None, but basic study of
hurricanes would be helpful.
Time needed to complete: 60 to 90 minutes.
Lesson Objectives:
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Learn about hurricanes.
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Learn about the potential dangers to coastal towns.
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Use decision making skills.
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Use writing to explain a decision and answer questions about hurricanes.
Assignment:
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Decide whether or not to evacuate residents, based on facts about the hurricane
and the town.
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Write an explanation of the decision, using the form included in the exercise.
NOTE: Teachers should print out this form in advance for
the students. This form will be completed by hand and submitted to the
teacher for grading.
Grading Suggestions/Answer Key:
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Based on responses to "press release" test sheet.
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Judged on using complete sentences and by any other writing standards that
are appropriate for the students' grade level.
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Based on including appropriate facts to answer the questions.
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Answer key is available by clicking
here.
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