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Choosing a Subject for a Research Paper

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students choose an appropriate subject for a research project.  In this choosing a research subject lesson, students discuss the purpose and process of writing a research paper and read a sample paper.  Students create a...
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Creating a Title Page, Organizing, and Writing the Research Paper

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students create a title page, organize information, and write the introductory paragraph to a research paper.  In this research writing lesson, students discuss the elements of the title page and outline, then write one of their...
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Writing the Final Copy and Presenting a Research Paper

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners finalize and polish a research paper.  In this research writing lesson, students revise and double-check the corrected version of their first draft.  Learners peer edit and create a final draft.  Students create a...
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Research Writing-4th Grade Multiple Choice

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this research writing instructional activity, students solve a total of 25 multiple choice problems related on research writing. An answer key is included.
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Do Some Research: Light Spectrum

For Students 5th - 7th
Students explore both the scientifc world of the light spectrum and the research world of the library and/or internet in this activity, which asks a question about the light spectrum to be answered with student research. There is a space...
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Do Some Research: Atoms

For Students 6th - 8th
Coupled with a lesson on atoms or a unit on research, this activity is a simple and helpful way for students to learn the research process, whether it's on the internet or in the library. After answering a question on atoms, students...
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Do Some Research: The Universe

For Students 4th - 7th
Students search the Internet or library for information about the universe in this activity. Once they have answered the initial research question, students can draw a picture and write a short report about the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students complete a library or Internet search on astronauts then draw a picture and write a report on the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on tidal waves then draw a picture and write a report on the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on lightning then draw a picture and write a report about the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on weather then draw a picture and write a report about the topic.
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Speed - Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, learners conduct library or Internet research on speed then answer 5 short answer questions about the topic.
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Sound - Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on sound then answer 5 short answer questions on the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on weather fronts then draw a picture and write a report about the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on clouds then draw a picture and write a report about the topic.
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Do Some Research

For Students 4th - 7th
In this Internet research worksheet, students conduct library or Internet research on humidity then draw a picture and write a report about the topic.
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My Dream Job

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students write a research paper about their dream job. They organize their paper using research notes, and support their main idea with supporting details.
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Picture Books as Framing Texts: Research Paper Strategies for Struggling Writers

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers use picture books to build the skills needed to write a research paper. They research a place of their heritage online.
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Animal Study: From Fiction to Facts

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students compare and cross-reference information from fiction and nonfiction texts about animals. Students use an Internet search engine to find websites with additional factual information about animals in stories read to them.
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Book Report Alternative: Creating Careers for Characters

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore appropriate resume and job application techniques to write a resume for a character.
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Biographies: Creating Timelines Of A Life

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Pupils use multiple sources to create a timeline about the life of a person of their choosing. Students work together to research and resolve potentially conflicting information about the person they research.
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Determining Authority and Accuracy

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students determine the authority of any source of information including books, web sites, and individual "experts". With an activity worksheet, they are guided through the activity, evaluating the authority and accuracy of one web site.
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The Research Paper - Searching for a Subject

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students research a website to look for potential topics for a research paper. They develop a narrowed prioritized subject list on an index card (3X5) using word processing program.
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Teach Engineering: Stress, Inc.

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore the physical and psychological effect of stress and tension on human beings. Concepts of stress and stress management are introduced. Students discover how perception serves to fuel a huge industry dedicated to...