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99 Jumpstarts for Kids

by Peggy Whitley

Book Details

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published:2003-09-30
Pages:240
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Similar to the previous 99 Jumpstarts to Research but designed for younger students, this book helps teachers and librarians to teach basic research and information literacy skills to children. To help them master the research process and narrow the limitless array of sources available on commonly researched topics in elementary and middle schools, students are taught a basic note-taking process and given specific source ideas and subject headings for each topic discussed. This book will be an i

Our Review

This practical guide offers 99 scaffolded research activities designed specifically for elementary and middle school students learning information literacy skills. It provides a structured approach to the research process, teaching kids how to navigate overwhelming information sources through clear note-taking techniques and organized topic exploration. Each jumpstart gives young researchers specific source ideas and subject headings to build confidence in their investigative abilities.

What sets this resource apart is its direct application to common classroom assignments, making it invaluable for teachers and librarians who need concrete research lesson plans. The book's systematic breakdown of complex research tasks into manageable steps helps students develop critical thinking skills while avoiding information overload. Young learners will appreciate having a reliable roadmap for their academic projects, transforming what can feel like a daunting process into an achievable adventure in discovery.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education