Using Information Resources

LESSON 6 - “TRANSPORTATION” 1Content Standard:5.2 Locating and evaluating information sources.Introduction toStudents:Books have many sections that can help you find the information within. When you areresearching or trying to find information about a subject, it is a good idea to know howthese sections of books work. Let’s imagine you need to find out what page a certaintopic was on in your textbook. To what section of the book would you go for thatinformation? (the index, where the topics are alphabetized and page numbers are given)It is a good idea to look at the list of sources you are given. This list shows you the kindsof sources you have to work with.Which is the best source for learning about how people traveled long ago?A. the table of contentsB. the glossaryC. the Web site WideSky.comD. the transportation timelineIf you answered B, C, or D, your answer is incorrect. Let’s look at why.A. Correct. Part One of the table of contents is all about transportation in the ancient world. This would bethe best source for finding the information you need.B. Skim the resources listed in the choices again. Does the glossary include information about how peopletraveled long ago?C. Think about the key words in the question “long ago.” The Web site has some information about the firstflight but does not include information about how people traveled long ago.D. The timeline has some information about ways people traveled long ago, but remember, you are lookingfor the best choice.LEAPGrade 4 | Teachers GuideELA | USING INFORMATION RESOURCES28