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Totem Pole Project 
The student will draw a totem pole using at least 3 symbols that represent the student's family or the student as well as nature. The presentation must be accompanied by a paragraph explaining the symbolism the totem pole depicts.
Rubric Code: WX399C7
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Advanced

4 pts

Proficient

3 pts

Partially Proficient

2 pts

Unsatisfactory

1 pts

Work quality/effort

Advanced

The work done exceeds all expectations. The effort put into this task is the best it can be by the learner.
Proficient

Work is done with good effort that shows the capability of the learner. It is evident that time was put into this project.
Partially Proficient

Work is done with fair effort, but the quality is not what the learner is capable of. It is evident that the work was rushed.
Unsatisfactory

Work is done with little effort, shows lack of quality, and may be incomplete. It is evident little time was spent on the final product.
Totem Pole - SYMBOLS

Advanced

There are 4 or more symbols represented on the totem pole. The symbols are authentic and based on the symbol sheet.
Proficient

There are 3 symbols represented on the totem pole. The symbols are authentic and based on the symbol sheet.
Partially Proficient

There are 2 symbols represented on the totem pole, and/or the symbols are not authentic examples from the Pacific Northwest.
Unsatisfactory

There is 1 (or no) symbol represented on the totem pole.
Paragraph

Advanced

Paragraph clearly identifies the meaning for each symbol. It explains the relationship to the student/family and nature. There are no grammatical errors.
Proficient

Paragraph clearly identifies the meaning for each symbol. It explains the relationship to the student/family and nature. There are a few grammatical errors.
Partially Proficient

Paragraph does not describe symbol meanings for each element .
Unsatisfactory

Paragraph is missing.
Presentation

Advanced

Student speaks clearly and thoroughly demonstrates knowledge of the project.
Proficient

Student speaks clearly and demonstrates a great amount of knowledge of the project.
Partially Proficient

Student speaks somewhat clearly and demonstrates some knowledge of the project.
Unsatisfactory

Student does not speak clearly and demonstrates a lack of knowledge about the project.










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