Mr. Blueprint would receive the survey results of playground equipment, the proposed playground layout and the preliminary purchase list. Small groups could work together to design the models using blueprints provided. Students could do the research using Internet access and catalogs to price the materials needed for the project. Spreadsheets and databases could be used to analyze data. A spreadsheet and a database template could be used to help students analyze information.
Persuasion is a component of an effective presentation.
Using a word processing application, the students could create a letter inviting the PTO and local businesses to their presentation. Students could work in small groups to research and create a slide show presentation for their PTO and local businesses to solicit funds for the playground project. A rubric could be used to assess the presentation content. Teacher observation could be used to assess students' letter writing skills. A class-created presentation rubric could be used to evaluate the class presentation.