Fact or Opinion?
Penguins are so cute!
Fact or opinion?
Opinion! It cannot be proven.
Where can I go to find a relevant source for a research project?
Library, informational texts, books, search a database
What is a fact sheet?
A poster or infographic where the writer will provide important information about a topic by listing a main idea and key details from a source. There may be pictures too.
The main idea is what the text is _________.
All about
Dogs are mammals.
Fact or opinion?
Fact!
It can be proven by looking at primary sources.
Who can I ask to help me find a relevant source for my project?
The librarian (Mrs. Gallardo)
My teacher
Should a fact sheet have opinions?
NO! It is a fact sheet!
What's the main idea?
Space is one of the most mysterious places in our
world. There is so much out there that we don’t
know about. Satellites take pictures for us of objects
in space. There are planets, solar systems, and so
much more waiting to be discovered.
Space is a mysterious place.
Antarctica is way too cold!
Fact or opinion?
Opinion!
It is cold, but not everyone might think it is "way too cold."
I want to do a research project on frogs. Would the book "Frog and Toad" be a good source?
No! Frog and Toad is fictional. It does not give you facts.
If I'm creating a fact sheet about penguins, what is something I would want to include on my fact sheet?
Answers may vary. Possible answers: penguin diet, penguin habitat, penguin predators, penguin babies
What's the main idea?
Elephants are huge in size. They have big, flat feet
that can be dangerous if you’re stepped on. They
long trunks can be used for drinking water and for
protecting themselves and their loved ones. Their
ears are also quite large and are used to help keep
them cool in the hot sun.
Elephants are huge.