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Postcards from Space 
Students choose an object in the Solar System to "visit" then send a postcard to a loved one describing their adventure. This activity combines science knowledge, and writing skills.
Rubric Code: F3CAXC
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Subject: Science  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Poor

10 pts

Fair

15 pts

Good

20 pts

Expert

25 pts

Planet Facts

Poor

No planet facts are stated.
Fair

Planet facts are stated and may be inaccurate or confusing.
Good

Planet facts are stated.
Expert

Planet facts are clear and accurately stated.
Addressing postcard

Poor

Return address is missing.
Fair

Some of the return and sending address is complete.
Good

Most of the return and sending address is complete.
Expert

Both return and sending addresses are complete with first and last names. Sending address includes street name to Milkyway galaxy.
Written Piece

Poor

Work is sloppy, unclear, and has many presentation flaws.
Fair

Work is presentable, may be somewhat unclear, may have some presentation flaws (improper postcard form).
Good

All work is neat and clear and turned in on time. Proper postcard form used.
Expert

All work is neat, creative, and clear. Proper postcard form used.
Conventions

Poor

At least half or more of the work contains spelling and/or grammar errors. Student or planet name may be missing.
Fair

There are quite a few spelling or grammar errors.
Good

Work has a couple of spelling or grammar errors.
Expert

All work contains student name and planet name; and contains no spelling or grammar errors.



Keywords:
  • planet facts, address from space to Earth, design a stamp


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