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Information Skills — Grade 5

Goal 4, Objective 4.03

Goal 4

The learner will EXPLORE and USE research processes to meet information needs.

Objective 4.03

Develop a search strategy which includes the continuous evaluation of the research process and the information gathered.

Resources aligned to this objective

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George Washington's Obituary
The following lesson will introduce students to the research process--formulating questions, choosing resources, fact finding, and note-taking. After completing their research, they will write a short obituary for George Washington. Activities will integrate Reading, Language, Social Studies, Writing, and Computer Skills.
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Information Skills, English Language Arts, and Social Studies)
By Kathy Blades.
Research Frenzy
Students will use a variety of reference materials to complete a trivia-question scavenger hunt assignment. Within the context of this assignment, students will be exposed to questions in many curriculum areas.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Information Skills and English Language Arts)
By Jan King.
A Virtual Scavenger Hunt At The Zoo!
Students will go on a scavenger hunt at the San Diego Zoo to find current information concerning the zoo.
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Information Skills and Science)
By Ann Jenkins.

Lesson plans on the web

Lewis and Clark: Why Explore the Vast Unknown?
Students will learn about the goals and importance of the Lewis and Clark expedition. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 Information Skills, English Language Arts, and Social Studies)
Provider: National Geographic
More Amazing Americans: A WebQuest
Students use the web to explore the lives of some celebrated Americans. Working in small groups, they complete a WebQuest, identifying facts and locating different types of information in order to determine the criteria used for selecting these “Amazing Americans.” (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–5 Computer Technology Skills, Information Skills, Social Studies, and English Language Arts)
Provider: National Endowment for the Humanities
Research building blocks: Hints about print
Students examine abstracts of selected books to determine relevance and helpfulness. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Information Skills and Computer Technology Skills)
Provider: IRA/NCTE
STAR search: How do I find the book I need?
Introduces the STAR Search Process, which provides a set of steps and thinking processes for intermediate students to use in finding a library resource relevant to a specific information need. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 3–5 Information Skills)
Provider: IRA/NCTE