Investigate and Gather- American Symbols, Landmarks, & Holidays

What questions do you have about your topic? Use the prompts on the note taking form to help individualize questions for each topic.

What information do you need to gather in order to complete your task? 

• Notetaking Form
• Notetaking Form - Spanish

Gather your resources!

You will use print & electronic resources - in other words, books and computers! 

Take notes on all information that answers your questions from step 1!

Remember to use 'treasure' words and throw out the rest!

Don't forget to cite your sources.

• Trash and Treasure Note-Taking 
  Video slide show of Trash & Treasure note taking method. No sound. You may want to only show first 30-45 seconds.
• Notetaking Form
• Notetaking Form - Spanish
• Research Topic Cards for Students  Cards can be printed, preferably in color, and cut apart to give to students. Each card includes icons of the digital resources for their topic. 

Trash and Treasure Note-Taking