Hero Project Duveneck Library Media Center 4th Grade Project Here's How the Project Breaks Down Using The "Big Six" Problem Solving Approach Task Definition (What needs to be done?) 1.  Define what a hero is to your team. 2.  Research a minimum of four heroes. 3.  Choose one hero. 4.  Write a persuasive paragraph for your hero. 5.  Design a stamp. Information Seeking Strategies (What resources can I use?) 1.  Dictionary (for definition) 2.  My Hero Website (for research on heroes) http://myhero.com/home.asp 3.  Stamp Websites (for research on stamp design) http://www.stampsonline.com/left.htm http://library.advanced.org/10320/Blk_Hist.htm Location and Access (Where can I find these resources?) 1.  Duveneck LMC 2.  Home (if you have a computer with access to the Internet) Use of Information (What can I use?) 1.  Websites (mandatory) 2.  Print materials (optional - from the Duveneck LMC or public library) Synthesis (What can I make to finish the job?) Using Hyperstudio, you will create a three card stack that has the following: Card 1 - Title of stack and definition of hero Card 2 - Persuasive paragraph written for hero Card 3 - Stamp Evaluation (How will I know that I did my job well?) To be discussed in class! Back to Step-by-Step Guide This activity last updated 7/31/99