Food Webs - Student Choice Projects - MS

The Food Webs Student Choice Projects lesson allows middle school students to choose a project that fits their preferred learning and output style. A project page outlines six student-led project options plus a “design your own” project, giving students the freedom to demonstrate understanding in creative, personalized ways. A built-in editable grading rubric allows for easy assessment by teachers, peers, or even self-evaluation.

Flexible • Differentiated • Engaging

These Student Choice Projects are designed to be flexible and dynamic, making differentiation simple. Teachers can modify the rubric to match their grading preferences and adjust expectations for various learning needs. Multimodal project options encourage creativity and engagement while reinforcing key science concepts.

Included in Your Purchase:

• Nine student choice project board options + a “design your own” project

• Teacher Directions page with guidance and implementation suggestions

• Editable rubric pages assessing vocabulary, concepts, presentation, clarity, and accuracy

Differentiation for Every Learner

Two versions of the project page are included:

• A modified version featuring three simplified project choices to support remediation or differentiation

• A standard version for grade-level and advanced students

Teachers looking to challenge high-achieving students can assign combinations of projects while using the same rubric for streamlined grading.

Easy to Implement – Minimal Supplies Needed

Projects are designed to use common classroom materials like paper, markers, and scissors. Many options can also be completed digitally, making them ideal for both in-person and virtual learning environments. Optional craft supplies can be added for students who wish to build models or create more detailed displays.