Day 1 - Show an episode of Gilligan's Island; students do Gilligan's TV Parts of Speech Worksheet       Click here to view
Day 2 - Students choose a character and research independently in computer lab                                  Click here to view
            Students begin Webquest and take notes on Gilligan Webquest Worksheet
            As finish, students explore Gilligan's Island Fan Club Site
Day 3 - Students break into groups, continue Webquest Worksheet, using the internet and encyclopedias for additional facts
            Groups brainstorm ideas to solve their problem on the island
Day 4 - Students work in the classroom:       begin visual project - poster or powerpoint
                                                                    begin paragraph
Day 5 - Students continue working in the classroom to finish posters, powerpoints, and paragraphs
 
 
 

	Students work in cooperative groups to research and solve one of the needs of the castaways on Gilligan's Island: shelter, food, rescue, and money  Students will research ocean storms; islands' resources and weather; explore food preparation, map-making, currencies, and various shelters; and utilize the Internet, encyclopedias, library books, and interviews.  END PRODUCT~ Students' will make posters or PowerPoint presentations and show models to explain their ideas for FOOD, SHELTER, A PLAN FOR ESCAPE, and A NEW CURRENCY to fellow survivors (or classmates.)  Student Presentations will include the following:   I.  WRITTEN PORTION:   II.  A VISUAL COMPONENT        Descriptive Explanatory Paragraph:           Include title, topic and closing sent.                  Appeal to 3 of 5 senses.                  Use time order words & phrases. Use your imagination:            Make drawings, foods, menus,            posters, powerpoints, and/or models.       Definition of 2 of the 8 parts of speech         Identify them in your paragraph         Be able to teach the class         Part of Year End Review
	RESOURCES: (vary project as needed) Internet and computer access, encyclopedias, posterboard, colored pencils or markers, and a variety of materials to make shelter models  **This project could easily tie in with survival literature, such as Hatchet or Island of the Blue Dolphins.

To Teachers|Introduction|Jobs To Do!|Process|Resources|Evaluation|Conclusion

INTRO - THE STORY!

    The Skipper and his first mate, Gilligan, were the only crew. Passengers included a beautiful girl (MaryAnn), a glamourous movie star (Ginger), a brilliant professor, and a married millionaire couple (Thurston & Lovey Howell, III.) The Skipper, Gilligan, and their passengers set sail for a relaxing tour of the Pacific Ocean. (Yes, it was a three hour tour...a three hour tour...)
 
     Suddenly, ... the weather started getting rough.  The tiny ship was lost.  If not for the courage of the fearless crew, the Minnow would be lost.  The Minnow would be lost...

  Click palm tree to sing along with the Gilligan's Island Theme Song!
                                                  Then HIT your BACK button to return to this WebQuest.!

    A huge tropical storm almost sank your tiny ship. The S.S. Minnow was thrown about in raging winds.  The ship and radio were badly damaged.  Yet, miraculously, you and the other survivors washed ashore on the sandy beach of an un-charted island.  It was a tropical paradise, but you despretly hoped to be rescued from this lonely island.
    It is your first day on the island, and you need shelter, food, and water. Everyone is dividing up the tasks that you need do.  You have a lot to learn and do if you are going to be a SURVIVOR on Gilligan's Grammar Island!
 

        1.  a Visual:  poster, menu, food, model, or powerpoint
        2. an Explanatory paragraph: (topic sent., details, and conclusion)
        3. Written definition of two parts pf speech  -
           underline or highlight examples of your parts of speech
           in your presentation
 

TO BEGIN... CHOOSE A CHARACTER FROM THE LIST BELOW!

Ginger (A Glamorous Movie Star)

MaryAnn (a beautiful,thoughtful girl)
All Gingers and MaryAnns work together!
JOB:  FOOD - gathering, meal planning, and preparation
PARTS OF SPEECH: PRONOUNS & PREPOSITIONAL PHRASES
Professor (Brilliant and Good-Looking)
All Professors work together!
JOB:  PLAN FOR ESCAPE - plan timing & method of escape or rescue, based on weather and available resources.  You can build a model if you like!
PARTS OF SPEECH: VERBS AND ADVERBS
Skipper (Strong, friendly captain of the ship)
All Skippers and Gilligans work together!
JOB:  SHELTER - plan, gather, and build shelters
PARTS OF SPEECH: NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES
Gilligan (Good-hearted, hard-working, goofy guy)
All Skippers and Gilligans work together!
JOB:  SHELTER - plan, gather, and build shelters
PARTS OF SPEECH: NOUNS AND ADJECTIVES
Lovey Howell~ a sophisticated married woman; she's a millionaire!
All Loveys and Thurstons work together!
JOB:  MONEY (also called currency) - find something on the island that can be used as money on the island, organize or make it, and create a price list of products or services that castaways could charge for on the island.
PARTS OF SPEECH: CONJUNCTIONS AND INTERJECTIONS
Thurston Howell,III~married; he's a millionaire!
All Loveys and Thurstons work together!
JOB:  MONEY (also called currency) - find something on the island that can be used as money on the island, organize or make it, and create a price list of products or services that castaways could pay for on the island.
PARTS OF SPEECH: CONJUNCTIONS AND INTERJECTIONS

1.  If you haven't already, click on "Jobs To Do" on the main task bar.
Decide the character you would like to be.
2.  Groups of approx. 2-4 students will work together to solve the same problem (or have the same job) on the island.
3.  You will research to learn more about the weather, foods, and resources on the island.
4.  Your group will write a paragraph on a poster or PowerPoint explaining your ideas to the rest of the survivors on your island.  There is certain information that you must include in your project.
5.  You must show a visual:  a model, bring food, or show an illustration also.

Once you have chosen your character's name & job, click on the picture below, and only read and complete the instructions given to your character.

GingerMaryannProfessor

SkipperGilliganLoveyThurston
 
 

Other resources may include:
 

	PowerPoint software to develop an informative slideshow
	Any URL links provided in this section
	Encyclopedias
	Printer
	Survival books from the Media Center (ex: Hatchet) Posterboard; materials for models or replicas of shelters,etc.

        1.  a Visual:  poster, menu, food, model, or powerpoint
        2. an Explanatory paragraph: (topic sent., details, and conclusion)
        3. Written definition of two parts pf speech  -
           Underline or highlight examples of your parts of speech
           in your presentation

 
 

    This project motivates and inspires students.  They work cooperatively to research using print and internet sources, take notes, and utilize higher thinking skills to create a plan to solve a problem for the castaways.  Students write explanatory paragraphs, define grammatical terms, identify parts of speech in writing, use sensory details, and communicate to their peers using technology, writing, and oral presentation.

Credits & References:

http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/

http://www.gilligansisle.com

http://www.harcourtschool.com/glossary/grammar/index5.html