Science Writing Assignment For Germination

Science/Technology Assignment: Germination Due Thursday, October 29, 2009

Literacy Focus:

Sequential Order; Paragraph development

Reason—Inform others about the process of germination Audience—Other class members and teachers Format—Paragraph (5-7 sentences, minimum) Task—Write a complete paragraph outlining the steps of germination, in order. Be sure to include: (You will probably need your science binders to complete this assignment) (1) Science vocabulary:

germination, seed, seed coat, embryo, cotyledon, leaf, flower

(2) Transition words: First, second, third, etc. Next, then, last, etc. (3) A Topic Sentence—What is it all about? (4) A Conclusion Sentence—Wrap it up (5) 3-5 details/facts to support your topic sentence (6) Proofread for: Capitalization Usage Punctuation Spelling (7) Check to see that each sentence expresses a complete thought. (8) Give your paper a title (9) Type the final copy in Microsoft Word a.

Make sure that you have used a legible font

b.

Make sure that your title is centered

c.

Make sure that your paper is aligned to the left

d.

Your paper should be double spaced.

e.

Make sure that you have a heading on the top right side of your paper that includes your name, number, and date.

GT Focus:

(using insert footer)

Write the paper in the style of “A Day in the Life of…” rather than non-fiction

This will be two of your first grades for the second nine weeks. (writing and science grade)