Excretory System - Student Choice Projects - MS

This project-based lesson helps middle school students demonstrate their understanding of the excretory system through student-directed projects. A choice board outlines six structured options along with a “design your own” pathway, giving students the flexibility to showcase their knowledge in the format that best suits their strengths, creativity, and learning style.

An editable grading rubric is included and can be used for teacher assessment, peer review, or self-assessment. The rubric is fully customizable, allowing teachers to adapt it to classroom or district expectations.

What’s Included

• Choice Board: Nine project options, including a “design your own” project

• Teacher Directions Page: Tips and support for implementation

• Editable Rubrics: Assess vocabulary, concepts, presentation, clarity, and accuracy

Differentiation

Two versions of the project page are provided to meet diverse learning needs:

• Modified Version: Three scaffolded project options for students who need remediation or additional support

• Challenge Opportunities: Advanced learners may be assigned multiple projects and graded using the same rubric for consistency

This ensures that the activity can be easily adapted for students at different ability levels in the same classroom.

Supplies Needed

Projects are designed for completion with common classroom supplies such as paper, markers, and scissors. Many activities may also be completed digitally, while optional craft supplies can be incorporated for model-building or other creative extensions.