Grade 3 Research Project Resources
During the third grade, students are exposed to their first district research experiences. However, prior to these projects, students participate in an Intro to Research Program, which consists of several mini lessons in the library media center and/or their classrooms. These lessons include:
- Use of Non-fiction Books and Text Features
- Use of Encyclopedias
- Use of Atlases and Almanacs
- Note-taking Skills
- Acceptable Use Policy
In addition, the third grade teachers and Mrs. Tom work together to conduct several mini research burst opportunities, which extend from the third grade curriculum. Students are challenged to use newly learned skills of fact finding, identifying relevant information, taking notes, and citing sources for each of these experiences