SCIENTIST WANTED What is a Wanted Poster? ‘A wanted poster is a sign used to inform the public that a criminal is at large. Sometimes local authorities will offer rewards for any information that leads to an arrest. Wanted posters have been around for centuries, but are most noted during the period of the wild west (1865 - 1895). Objective ‘Your task is to design a wanted poster that informs the public about the contributions of one scientist. Unlike real wanted posters, your suspect will not be wanted as a criminal. Instead, they will be wanted for their scientific accomplishments. Before embarking on your project, review the expectations below. WANTED POSTER EXPECTATIONS Complete the research sheets before designing your wanted poster. As you conduct research, copy and paste the URLs in the Works Cited page. ‘Your poster must include a photo of the scientist. Note: You can click Insert > Image > Search the Web within this document to find photos. The photo must be labeled with the name of the scientist. You must include 3 full sentences that describes the contributions of the scientist. Proper spelling and grammar should be used. Be creative! Design your poster in a fun theme! Make sure to thoroughly look over the example provided. ellorpho SeienceEXAMPLE PROJECT‘Wanted By: Sheriff Chemist McGee ‘Wanted For: Contributions in Chemistry Description of Accomplishments: Howdy, my name is Sheriff Chemist McGee, and I am looking for a scientist that goes by the name of Marie Curie. Marie is nota criminal. No, Siree! We need Marie Curie for her incredible accomplishments in the field Chemistry. ‘You see, Marie was the first woman to win a Nobel prize not once, but twice! She is best known for her research in radioactivity. Working with her husband Pierre, she discovered the radioactive element polonium. She also saved lives during World War 1. Her mobile x-ray units allowed doctors to see and remove bullets embedded in soldiers. This female scientist is a true hero. So, if you have seen Marie Curie, send mea message using the Pony Express to get your reward.SCORING GUIDE Points | Points Category Possible | Earned Research Pages © Allquestions answeredon the research sheets are accurate and 20 ‘thorough (20 points) Wanted Poster Includes photo of the scientist (3 points) Explains whe thescientist is wanted by and what they are wanted | 4 for (points) ® —Theparagraphisl describe the important discoveries and accomplishments of the scientist. (points) Spelling & Grammar 5 % Nospelling, punctuation, or grammar errors are present. (5 points) Creativity ‘The wanted posters creative 5 points) Works Cited 10 © Sources were included (10 points) Score Total: (Cut oF 50 Points Possible) Percentage: Letter Grade: