๐ Understanding Reliable Sources for 6th Grade
In today's world, we're surrounded by information from books, websites, videos, and more! But not all information is equal. A reliable source is like a trustworthy friend who always tells you the truth. It's a source that provides accurate, well-researched, and unbiased information. For 6th graders, learning to spot these sources is super important for school projects and for understanding the world around them. It helps you avoid misinformation and build strong, evidence-based opinions.
So, how do we become detectives of information? We look for clues! We'll check who wrote it, when it was written, what evidence they use, and if it seems fair and balanced. Knowing how to identify reliable sources means you'll always have the best information at your fingertips, making your reports shine and your knowledge grow! โจ
๐ Part A: Vocabulary Match-Up
Draw a line to match each term on the left with its correct definition on the right.
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| ๐ง 1. Bias | A. The trustworthiness and expertise of the source or author. |
| โ๏ธ 2. Credibility | B. The address of a webpage on the internet. |
| ๐๏ธ 3. Currency | C. A one-sided opinion or favoritism towards something. |
| ๐ฏ 4. Authority | D. The author's qualifications or expertise on a topic. |
| ๐ 5. URL | E. How recent or up-to-date the information is. |
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph below using the words from the box. Each word will only be used once.
Word Box: reliable, date, author, opinion, evidence
When looking for a ___________ source, it's important to check the ___________ to see if the information is current. You should also look at the ___________ to see if they are an expert on the topic. Be careful of sources that mostly share ___________ instead of facts. Good sources always provide strong ___________.
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking Challenge
Imagine you're doing a report on a new discovery in space. You find two websites. One is from NASA, and the other is a personal blog written by someone who loves aliens but doesn't list any sources for their claims. Which source would you trust more and why? Explain your reasoning using at least two concepts you learned about reliable sources.