In this unit, we've looked at many different kinds of world records that people have set. Now it's your turn to try setting a record in your class! For this unit's project, you will set up a Class Records Day where you will compete with your classmates in each other's stations to try and set the class record for a variety of events. Some examples of events that you can choose for your station are:
- using paper and tape only to create a structure that will hold the most number of books
- creating the tallest structure using only wooden bricks
- fastest 100m sprint
After you have chosen your event, you will need to start planning! Your first task is to write a detailed description of the rules of your event, the equipment you will need, and a small paragraph that explains how the event will unfold. Make sure that your rules explain the event thoroughly and are easy to understand. For the short paragraph, your aim is to have an idea of what the schedule will look like for your event. Some questions you might want to answer are:
- What is the sequence of events? For example, will you read out the rules first or divide up the equipment?
- How much time will your activity take?
Use the 'Planning' sheet to write down all your information.
Once you have completed your first stage of planning, the next step is to write a script that explains how to complete the activity for your station. Remember to include the rules that you wrote down in your 'Planning' sheet, and make sure that your script covers everything you need to know to participate! You will use this script to teach your classmates how to complete your event. Write it down in the 'Script' sheet, and once you are finished, you can either record a video of yourself presenting your speech, or you can give the speech in person on the day of the event.
Once the event is over, write a reflective paragraph about your experience! Some questions you should answer are:
- What went well? What went poorly?
- How could you improve the event for the future?
- Did you enjoy it? Why or why not?
Here is an example of what a detailed description of your event should look like:
Overall, I think our Class Records Day went really well. The activity that I chose for my station was to create a structure for holding books out of paper and tape. I think it went really well, as all of my classmates seemed to enjoy participating. The instructions were not too complicated, so everybody was able to understand the rules of the activity. The only problem that we had was that we ran out of tape at one point. Luckily, we were able to get extra tape from the school office. If we ever do this event again, I would definitely make sure that we have more than enough supplies so that we won't run out. Even though the event wasn't perfect, I still enjoyed it a lot. I think Class Records Day is a really fun project that we should do every year!
Write your own paragraph in the 'Reflection' sheet.
Exercise
Open the exercise to begin the activity. Follow the instructions in the document.