Introduction
As you read The Missing 'Gator of gumbo Limbo,
an Ecological Mystery, you were introduced to many different ecosystems of Florida. Did you wonder how those systems in
the book compare to the Florida of 2000? Were you curious as to the status of species, fauna, and insects that are present
in the Everglades? This quest will guide you to finding those answers.
The Task
Jean Craighead George, the author of The Missing
'Gator of Gumbo Limbo, has asked your class to do some research on issues relating to her book. Ms. George wants more
schools to have a background knowledge of ecological issues. She has asked that your class do a bit of research on certain
topics, write a brief description and present the information in a Power Point format. Ms. George will then use this
presentation when she goes for author talks.
The Process and Resources
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As a class you have already read The Missing 'Gator
of Gumbo Limbo
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Create a list of possible topics
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Research your topic and answer the following questions
1. What is your topic about/provide facts/details?
2. How does your topic relate to the book? Why is your subject important to the story?
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Research using books, journals, museums, CD-ROMS
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Check out websites on your topic. Click on Websites
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Fill out a bibliography works sheet as you take notes
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On your slide you need to include:
Resources
There are books located in your school and
in your public library to help you research.
To supplement your research there are websites also.
Go to Websites to find out more information.
Evaluation
The criteria for evaluating the project will be decided
jointly by students and teacher.
