Cycling of Matter in an Ecosystem - Student Choice Projects - 5th Grade

This Cycling of Matter in an Ecosystem Student Choice Projects lesson allows 5th grade students to choose a project that fits their output style. A project page describes six different student-led project options and a “design your own” project. A grading rubric allows for assessments by teachers, peers, or the students themselves. Note: this product is also included in the Cycling of Matter in an Ecosystem Complete Lesson - 5th Grade.

The Student Choice Projects are flexible and dynamic. Teachers can modify the rubric to suit their grading needs. Multimodal choices provide junior high school students with creative, personalized methods to show what they know.

Included in Purchase:

• Nine student choice project choice board options + a “design your own” project
• Teacher Directions page to offer support and suggestions
• Editable rubric pages: (Assesses vocabulary, concepts, presentation, clarity, and accuracy)

DIFFERENTIATED For a Variety of Needs

There are two versions of the project page; in the modified version, three of the project options are targeted to assist students needing remediation or differentiation. For students needing a challenge, teachers can assign a combination of projects and still use the same rubric. 

What Supplies Do I Need?

The Student Choice Projects are designed to use the normal classroom supplies teachers and students have available: paper, markers, scissors, etc. Many projects can be completed digitally. Some crafting supplies may be useful for building models.