Smart Research Strategies: Finding the Right Sources (Research Tool Kit)
By (Author) Gwen Hart
By (author) Kristine Carlson Asselin
Capstone Press
Capstone Press
1st January 2013
United States
Children
Non Fiction
Educational: Language, literature and literacy
Educational: First / native language
371.30281
Paperback
32
What do you need to make your research the best it can be Sources, of course! Learn how to navigate the world of print and online resources so you write a great research paper, report, blog, or other project. Discover how to start your research, the types of resources to include, and the proper way to credit your sources.
Clear writing and numerous examples make it easy for students to apply the material and suggestions to their own research assignment. The information is up-to-date and suggests students incorporate technology such as blogs, podcasts, etc. into their research and presentations. An attractive layout, including text boxes, colorful glossary definitions, and large photographs will hold students' interest. Overall, this series offers excellent advice for planning how and what to research, taking clear notes, putting information into your own words, and sharing what you've learned in a fun way.-- "Library Media Connection"
Kristine Carlson Asselin writes both fiction and nonfiction for children and teens. She is the author of more than fifteen children's books for the elementary school library market and her debut YA novel ANY WAY YOU SLICE IT (Bloomsbury Spark) came out in April 2015. Kris volunteers with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, and loves Harry Potter, Doctor Who, classic rock from the 70's and 80's, and anything with a time travel theme. She loves doing workshops and talking about reading and writing with both kids and adults. Kristine lives in a suburb of Boston, Massachusetts with her husband and daughter.