The What, How, and Why: Research Papers

Where does our curiosity go when we grow up? Perhaps it goes to the young minds of children—since they are always full of fascinating questions. Through interactive research exploration, students gain the skills to research independently, answer their questions, and explain their reasoning. Questions will not go unexplored, and research will not go to waste.
 
Day and Time: Fridays, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET
Class Duration: 4 Weeks
Dates: May 9-30, 2025 
Recommended for: Ages 6+ / Grades 2-3
Teacher: Anna Bonney
 
Week 1 - What is a research paper? Examples and outlining; brainstorming research topics.
Week 2 - In-class lesson on conducting research; discussion on creditable resources and identifying unreliable resources.
Week 3 - Research workshop; creating introductions and forming a body that flows.
Week 4 - Research workshop; presentations; review.
 
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