4th grade Electricity Research

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Starting a Research Project

ELECTRICITY

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PLAGIARISMcopying someone else's work and using it as your own

BIBLIOGRAPHYa list of all the resources you used in your research

Words to Know

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Choose Your Source:

Book

Encyclopedia

Website

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Before you read...

Check the parts of the book or website to find useful information.

In a BOOK, look for:Table of ContentsBold HeadingsIndex

On a WEBSITE , look for:Sidebar with a Table of ContentsSubject Headings

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Tips for Taking Notes

Read titles and headings first.Read a paragraph.

Look for the most important information. key words, interesting facts, information to fill in your outline

Think about what you just read. Write down the information you need.This should fill a place in your outline. Remember to use your own words !

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Listen for information about how lightning happens.

Let's practice reading for information...

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In your own words...

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Listen for what Franklin invented and what it's used for .

Let's practice reading for information...

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In your own words...

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Most importantly...

1. Have a plan. Know what you are looking for and use your outline!

2. Only write one idea at a time, in your own words.