The time limit for each demonstration speech is 7-10 minutes. We will not be working with partners.
I have asked students to stretch their creativity and come up with a unique idea. We have also discussed using technology as part of the demonstration whenever possible. We live in a very technical world - PowerPoint, photo slide shows, iPads, etc. will certainly be a part of their college and professional careers, so I welcome them in the classroom! Should your student choose a topic that takes longer than 10 minutes from start to finish, they may do it at home, taking photos of each step, and then putting the photos into a presentation to walk the class through...finishing their project in class.
If your middle schooler is still looking for an idea, this list may help inspire them.
to make a flower box
to dry flowers
to fix a flat tire
to play piano
to write a bank check/balance checkbook
to make a blog / website
to organize a surprise party
to edit digital photos
to read music notes
to learn playing guitar
to use your breath when you sing
to make your own root beer
to make your garden full of flowers year round
to make a new candle out of old ones
to build a shed
to prevent injury
to knot a carpet
to stretch before running / exercise
to write a filmscript
to harvest honey
to blow a glass
to make a genealogical tree
to climb rocks
to run a meeting
to plan a vacation
to set a dinner table for a formal dinner
to pot or repot a plant
to make a birdhouse
to arrange flowers
to do wood burning
to finish furniture
to fix a bike tire
to make a terrarium
to set up a fish tank
to silk screen
to carve wood
to tool leather
to repair a lamp
to make a winter survival kit
They might also search how-to videos on YouTube, Pinterest and other DIY articles, blogs and websites. The possibilities are endless!
