Make this a new day

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Purpose:

Description:

Day 1:

Date:

Handout:

Almanacs

Grade Level:

6

Subject:

Information Literacy

Topic:

Reference Sources - Almanacs (print and digital)

Objective:

SWB acquainted with the many kinds of information contained in an almanac.
SWBAT find pieces of information in an almanac using the table of contents and the index.
SWBAT find information in an electronic almanac.
SWBAT identify specific situations in which an almanac is the best choice for locating needed information.
SWBAT use an almanac efficiently to gather specific facts.

CCSS:Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.
Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

AASL: . The student who is information literate accesses information efficiently and effectively.
IL(K-12) 9. The student who contributes positively to the learning community and to society is information literate and participates effectively in groups to pursue and generate information.

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Public Notes:

Students have been introduced to almanacs (PPT).

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Reflection:

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Prep:

Prepare student handouts.
Make any additional visual aids you may find useful.

Materials:

Almanac or Atlas PPT
Almanac or Atlas worksheet
Fact Monster workdheet
Workstations
iPads (if needed)

Standards Met:

IDs Only
Detail

Attach a handout