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Middle school library skills internet activities under $5
Real vs. Fake News! How to be informed in a world of SOCIAL MEDIA NEWS! Google
In 2016, a Stanford University study was conducted showing that a staggering 82% of students from middle school to college could not determine real from fake news. (https://sheg.stanford.edu/upload/V3LessonPlans/Executive%20Summary%2011.21.16.pdf) While there are many factors to blame, SOCIAL MEDIA is a major contribution to this. This lesson teaches students to question what they see on social media and puts them to the test.This lesson includes:1. Full lesson plan with COMMON CORE and ISTE sta
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3rd - 11th
3 Branches of Government Webquest Collection (Executive, Legislative, Judicial)
This collection of Three WebQuests covers the 3 Branches of the United States Government. The first Webquest gives your students background about the President and all of the people that serve in this area of government.The second Webquest explains about Congress and the inner workings.The third Webquest explains the Judicial Branch and the importance it plays in our Government.The three Webquests explain the importance of each part of the three Branches and how they work together to ensure a b
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: The Three Branches of Government Bundle-Webquest, Task Cards
Citing Sources PowerPoint Lesson
If a child is old enough to do a research paper, the child is old enough to learn to cite the sources for borrowed information, images, music, etc. At the same time, the youngest research paper writers shouldn’t be held to the same standards as high school-age writers when it comes to creating a bibliography page, but they can start listing their sources well enough for them or their teacher to be able to go back and find that source if needed.
This PowerPoint presentation on Citing Sources was
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6th - 8th
The Big Game 2024 Escape Room | Football Digital Breakout
Make your Big Game week more fun with with this engaging, digital escape room! Updated for 2024! This escape room includes 9 critical thinking and puzzle locks perfect for sharpening research skills and a never give up attitude. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make this activity perfect for individuals, groups, or even substitute days, too! Did I mention that this breakout is editable?!? Use as is, add, or subtract questions and then post the link through Google Classroom, a
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4th - 8th
March Madness: College Research Using the Brackets
UPDATED with 2022 Men's and Women's March Madness brackets. Issue with Google Form has also been resolved. March Madness is the perfect time to have students use the computer to research colleges! Have your Elementary School students research colleges of their choice using online tools and graphic organizers. You can do this activity any time of the year with any colleges.This activity is a great way to incorporate research, organized 5-paragraph writing, and beginning to think about college rea
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Basketball Bundle - Research, Writing, Projects, and Lots of Math
Determining Valid Resources - A Lesson on How to Research
An investigative activity that leads students to discover the qualities of valid resources when conducting research. Students explore a website about a bogus animal species, engaging in a guided activity worksheet. Then, a teacher leads a discussion on valid versus invalid resources. Guided activity worksheet, complete lesson plan, and thoughtful teacher notes included. I use this lesson every year and it is a huge hit with both the students and the families. It is specifically designed for 5th
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4th - 8th
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Digital Pebble Go Research Bookmarks - Google Classroom Distance Learning
Do you use Pebble Go Databases in your library and classrooms? Then these bookmarks are the perfect thing to help kids transition from READING about their topic to actually WRITING something down in order to create their own research report. I created 13 versions to help support your kids! I wanted something that was quick but that would still be fun for them to complete digitally. Google Slides Link provided in the product.Here's what's included:Animal FactsAmphibian FactsBiography FactsBird F
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K - 6th
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ONLINE SCAVENGER HUNT #5 - Great, Fun Activity or for Substitutes!
30 question random trivia, where students can search the internet, or various other library-type sources to find answers. Great for the end of the school year, an off day, a fun reward day, or even for substitute teachers if there are no lesson plans. Others available. Key included!
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6th - 12th
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Book Tasting - Digital for Google Slides
Teaching remotely? You can STILL do a book tasting with your students! A book tasting is a chance to expose students to different genres and to get them engaged and excited about reading. Instead of using physical books, you will insert links to book trailers or use with a site like Epic! or Tumblebooks. And you can still use this activity if you are teaching in-person! There are 3 Google Slide files in this resource. Read below to see what is included.What is included in this download:File #1:2
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: School Library Curriculum - YEARLONG MEGA BUNDLE
My Digital Footprint & Social Media Awareness for Google Classroom
My Digital Footprint and Social Media Awareness Interactive Activities for Google Classroom and Distance Learning / Remote Learning (Google Slides)⚠️PDF file of the Google Slides file is also included!This resources allows you to use this product as a paperless, no-prep activity bundle for use with Google Classroom, or to print out! Instructions on how to download and access for your Google Classroom, along with how to deliver the material to your students remotely is also included.✔️⚠️This teac
Grades:
3rd - 8th
The 5 W's in Website Evaluation
This download contains 5 small posters that can be posted near computers that will remind students what to look for when searching for a credible website. While researching, students will be reminded to look for who, what, when, where, and why of each website. This package also contains a URL cheat sheet and 2 templates for comparing, evaluating, and rating websites. Students will also have the chance to provide a written response about their findings while evaluating each site.
This is an e
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3rd - 6th
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Virtual Library Classroom Background: Editable Digital Resource on Google Slides
Engage your elementary students in reading using my Bitmoji® virtual library on Google Slides™! Use these media center backgrounds to organize your digital resources. Then, assign the template via Google Classroom™. All the moveable pieces in this virtual classroom match and coordinate.These background templates include everything to make your virtual library look real. Arrange the circulation desk, rug, flexible seating, and bookshelves. And even small objects like the sticky notes, books, bull
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K - 8th
The CRAP Test - Evaluating Online Sources
Digital Citizenship is a concept which helps teachers to understand what students should know to use technology appropriately. Digital Citizenship is more than just a teaching tool; it is a way to prepare students for a society full of technology. The CRAP test is part of being a responsible digital citizen. This resource contains a lesson plan, an assignment, a rubric and a bonus computer lab rules.This lesson goes well with my other product "Internet Safety" and "Get the Most from your Search
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Middle School Library Scavenger Hunt *Interactive Google Slides
A Library Scavenger Hunt is a great way to kick off the school year and to get your students excited about reading! This download is an interactive and digital Google Slide presentation with 18 tasks for students to complete. Students will take a picture completing each task and attach it to Google Slide it goes with. For example, if the task is "Historical Fiction" students will find the Historical Fiction section in the library, select a book from that section, and take a picture with it for t
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4th - 12th
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Dewey Decimal System Escape Room | Library Skills Digital Breakout
Supplement your Dewey Decimal System unit with this digital breakout! This breakout is purely digital, no kits necessary, and works through Google Forms! Students will use technology and problem-solving skills to complete this digital breakout after learning about the Dewey Decimal System. Students will complete the breakout in Google Forms.Did I mention that this breakout is editable?!? Use as is, add, or subtract questions and then post the link through Google Classroom, a class webpage, or as
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Digital Citizenship Webquest
Google Slides presentation with video links and questions for students to answer. Topics covered include: What the internet is doing to our brains, Bullying vs. Cyber bullying, Digital Footprints, Phishing & Scams, Copyright Basics & Being Safe Online. Students can type their answers directly into the Google Slides. Fun activity to do during class or for homework! Engaging videos and thought provoking topics! Should take 30-45 minutes to complete.
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5th - 8th
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Lewis, Clark, and Sacagawea - A Collection of 3 WebQuests
In this collection of webquests you join Lewis, Clark, and Sacagawea as they travel the trail exploring the newly acquired land through the Louisiana Purchase. The first webquest gives your students background about the purchase and the amazing size and scope of the land that became U.S. property. In the second web quest they meet Lewis and Clark and learn about the wonder and danger of the famous expedition. In the third webquest they learn about Sacagawea and her important role in the
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, & Health Webquest Bundle
CPR Computer Project
This is an excellent project to teach CPR and to allow students to use the internet as a learning tool. The product is complete with questions, links to up to date information, and even a short quiz.
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7th - 12th
Practice Citing Print & Web Sources MLA Style
Citing a source correctly is an important lesson for students to learn in giving credit for material used for research assignments. This easy to use fill-in-the-blanks worksheet shows students exactly how a source should be cited in the MLA style. Using the worksheet, students will practice looking up and citing print sources from a nonfiction book, an encyclopedia, a magazine, and a newspaper, along with Web or online sources from a database, an online encyclopedia, and a Web site. This workshe
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6th - 8th
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Shakespeare's Life and Times Group Research Assignment
This assignment can be used before starting any Shakespearean play. I divide the class into five groups and either take them to the library or use the computer lab. Each group has a different topic to research and present to the class. The topics are:
King James I
Queen Elizabeth I
Shakespeare's Life
Shakespeare's Time-period
The Globe Theatre
There is also a peer evaluation sheet and a rubric for the presentations.
Both an editable MS Word copy of this project and a PDF version are included
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Copyright and Plagiarism Escape Room | Library Digital Breakout
Unlock the secrets of responsible content sharing with this engaging and educational Copyright and Plagiarism Digital Breakout! Designed for both elementary and middle school students, this Google Forms-based activity combines the thrill of a virtual escape room with essential learning objectives. Your students will navigate a series of locks that challenge their understanding of copyright laws, plagiarism, fair use, and much more. What's Inside?9 Unique Locks: Multiple-choice, True or False, Nu
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4th - 8th
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Evaluating Websites & Information
Good Information Empowers…. Misinformation Impedes
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Information Empowers,” as if any information will empower us. But what if the information is wrong or taken out of context or biased? With the freedom of information through the Internet, there is a lot of misinformation as well as good information available.
Information literacy is a necessary skill everyone living in the 21st century should have. Failure to discern between good information vs. misinformation put
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Book Genre BOOM Cards for Library
These BOOM cards help students learn and review different book genres and formats. Each card describes a genre or format, and students select from four choices. Some cards have more than one answer. Includes 20 cards.Looking for more BOOM cards for librarians and English teachers? Check out my store!Test this BOOM deck! Click here to see the first four cards on the BOOM Learning platform (be sure to view full screen)Needed to use this product:teacher BOOM Learning account (free or paid)student B
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3rd - 6th
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The CRAAP Test (Adapted from Meriam Library, California State University)
The CRAAP Test
Adapted from Meriam Library, California State University
Not sure if a website is reliable to use for your research? Put it to the test!
Use the criteria of Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose to evaluate the usefulness of an online source for your research!
A simple test that students can use to analyze their online source. Answer each of the questions, circle YES or NO for each on. Tally up your YES answers for a score and use the scale to determine the
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5th - 12th, Staff
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