Mrs. A. Scott, 2015
Social Studies Landform Project
Mrs. Scott, 2nd grade
Due Date: Monday, November 16th
November 2, 2015
Dear Students and Parents,
Have you ever wished to discover the world? Well, here’s your big break! This project
will allow you to become a geologist and investigate landforms around the world.
Goal:
The students will:
 Select a landform of their choice to study.
 Research a famous landform and include a picture and map of the exact location
of the landform along with the display. (Ex: landform choice: peninsula –
“famous" landform - Florida Peninsula)
 Create a diorama of the landform of their choice.
Skills to Achieve:
Students will be able to define different landforms and their unique traits as well as
understand how geography influences the way we live. Students will also gain research skills.
Diorama Display information:
 Use one pizza box for display.
 Create a model of the landform using clay, playdough, paper, or any other materials.
 Decorate landform in a creative way.
I have read and understand the requirements associated with this project. I understand that in order for my
child to acquire the skills and knowledge set forth they must fully participate in this project. Furthermore, I
understand that this project is due November 16, 2015. Failure to turn the project in on the expected date
will result in -10pt each day the project is late.
Parents are encourage to assist; however, please allow your child to be the primary participant!
Parent Signature: _____________________________ Date: ____________________________
Mrs. A. Scott, 2015
PART I:
Directions: Students will complete research on their chosen landform. Must be completed by the
student! (Students have done research in class so they are familiar with this process.)
Landform Research Notes:
Your name: ______________________________________
Type of landform: _________________________________
Definition of landform:
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Name of famous landform: ____________________________________________
Location of famous landform: _________________________________________
Three types of animals that live on this “famous” landform:
1. _______________________
2. _______________________
3. _______________________
Three types of plants that grow on this “famous” landform:
1. ________________________
2. ________________________
3. ________________________
What the weather is like on this “famous” landform:
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Mrs. A. Scott, 2015
5 extra facts about your landform: (how it is formed, unique features, etc.)
1._______________________________________________________________
2.______________________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________________
4.______________________________________________________________
5.______________________________________________________________
PART II:
Directions:
 Create a diorama in a pizza box to demonstrate your understanding of landforms.
 Include a picture and map of the exact location of the “famous” landform with the
display. (Ex: landform choice: peninsula – “famous" landform - Florida Peninsula)
These are only suggestions; you’re the geologist!!! 
List of Suggested Landforms
 Mountain
 Ocean
 Desert
 Plain
 Lake
 Island
 Valley
 River
 Plateau
 Canyon
 Peninsula
Mrs. A. Scott, 2015
Landform Grading Sheet
Possible Points
Project
Creativity
10
Project demonstrated understanding of landform
 Key features of the landform were constructed
20
 Does the constructed landform look similar to the
actual landform?
Research
“Landform Research Notes” paper must be filled out
and turned in.
Definition of landform
10
Example of well-known landform
5
Stated possible vegetation
5
Stated possible animal life
5
Stated type of weather on landform
5
Neatness
5
Grammar & Spelling
5
Explained how landform is formed
10
Presentation (2 mins)
Displayed knowledge of information
10
Included picture of landform and a map with the
famous example identified
5
Eye Contact/Volume
5
Total Points
100
Points Earned