Process
1. Use the links below to complete the state report packet from your teacher. You may also use encyclopedias and state books from the school library.
National Governors Association
2. View a few of the following examples of state commercials and advertisements. Write down a few things each advertisement does to convince people to visit their state.
3. Using Publisher, create a travel guide for your state. Be sure to look at the requirements on the evaluation tab.
4. Fill out the persuasive essay graphic organizer from your teacher. You and your partner will help each other, but will complete your own graphic organizers and essays.
5. After you have filled out your graphic organizer, put your information into paragraph form.
6. Have your paper proofread by an adult, and recopy the revised edition on a clean sheet of paper.
Hints and Tips
(Sorry, no shortcuts in school! ;-)
- While the design templates might look cool, don't simply select it because you like it. Make sure you are selecting a design that helps get your point across. (If you choose a pre-made design, you might have a lot of things to delete before you can start.)
- You may choose to create a catalog or a brochure. No matter which one you choose, be careful about how much empty space you end up with.
- Designs are meant to be pretty and colorful, but also READABLE! Be careful what fonts and colors you choose for your text.