thandi : the rhinoceros’s journey

Thandi: The Rhinoceros’s JourneySylvia Laytin

Why Rhinos? Give extensive background about the

natural history and the hardships faced by the rhinoceros population.

Teach others that Rhinos are hunted for their horns.

Make others aware that it is scientifically proven to not have medicinal properties

Alert others that in seven years, Rhinos face possible extinction, which will drastically alter the ecosystem.

HistoryA Timeline

5th Century: Ancient Persia7th Century: China8th Century: Ancient Greece18th & 19th Century: Europe19th Century: Scramble for Africa

M-Term 2012: South AfricaFebruary 28th- March 12th

Keriega Game Reserve

Kenton-on-Sea, South Africa

Veterinarian Dr. Fowlds

Thandi

Primary Goal

Awareness

ProcessPre-production: Museum Visits,

Research, Writing, Collecting Sounds, Photos, and Videos

Production: Writing, Editing, Analyzing, Planning Presentation, Construction, Construction, and Construction

Postproduction: Exhibition night

ChallengesPatience

Not Getting Carried Away

Time Management

Asking for Help

OrganizationProcess PortfolioWeekly Meeting with My Mentor

Computer FilingSaving EverythingPlanning my TimeMeasurements

Discoveries Ancient Texts: The Unicorn

Corrupt Veterinarians

Communication

Skills/ Knowledge Research Skills

Bias Teaching vs. Being Informative

I do not have Patience for Arts & Crafts

Multi-Task: Research vs. Construction

Time

Personal Significance Nothing I could make for my exhibit

would give viewers the feeling of being on the field with a moribund, beautiful creature. I have tried my best to portray why this issue is so important, so others can care about it just as much as I do. This can’t be done alone.

The FutureTo Inspire Others to get Involved

Study Wildlife Conservation

My Pledge

“I, Sylvia Laytin, dedicate my life to wildlife conservation.”

Thank You!!!My Parents Mr. KilfaraMs. Clark My MentorDr. Sacks Ms. CrossMs. L Ms. ScottThe Tech Office

The End

Questions?

Kariega Game Reserve

Thandi

Libation Cup

The Scramble for Africa

Painting

Rhino