Legends and Strange Phenomena
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Assignment: As part of Unit 1, Making Connections through Research: Connecting Research to the 21st Century, you will use credible sources and research a legend or strange phenomenon in order to develop an informational essay.
Before you begin to develop your essay, think about:
Which of the legends or strange phenomenon interests me most? Why?
How do I effectively research information related to the legend or strange phenomenon I selected?
Where can I find the most credible and reliable sources to conduct my research?
What are the most credible and reliable sources to conduct my research?
TOPIC |
CENTRAL QUESTION (main idea) |
Amelia Earhart |
What really happened to Amelia Earhart? |
Bermuda Triangle |
Why have planes and boats disappeared in the Bermuda Triangle? |
Bigfoot (Sasquatch) |
Does the Bigfoot monster really exist? |
Crop Circles |
How are crop circles made, and who makes them? |
Yeti (The Abominable Snowman) |
Does the Yeti monster really exist? |
Article Links
Is it a good website?
Site: ________________________________
Title: ________________________________
Circle: USE IT! or LOSE IT!
Site is an official source
Author is an expert in the field
Site contains recently written or revised information
Lengthy amount and extensive information is provided.
Author uses many and all reliable resources.
Author’s purpose is to inform
Are there at least 4 out of 6 of the criteria for a credible source?
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Created by Mrs. Venker, LMS Golden Ring Middle School. This has been revised from her original page.
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