Would you like to know .......about the Earth's resources?
Let's get started....
Begin HERE! STEP 1 Search the J-WMS Catalog Keyword phrase: earth resources, natural resources |
Where should you look?
STEP 2
The J-WMS Library has an up to date non-fiction section. This section is where you will find books on the Earth's resources. The non-fiction section is organized using the Dewey Decimal system, numbered from 001 to 999. Can you find some of these books?
STEP 2
The J-WMS Library has an up to date non-fiction section. This section is where you will find books on the Earth's resources. The non-fiction section is organized using the Dewey Decimal system, numbered from 001 to 999. Can you find some of these books?
Did you find what you were looking for?
STEP 3
You many need to try different keywords in your search. Search the J-WMS catalog again using keywords such as: Water, Wood, Coal, Oil and Natural Gas. These books are also found in the non-fiction section.
STEP 3
You many need to try different keywords in your search. Search the J-WMS catalog again using keywords such as: Water, Wood, Coal, Oil and Natural Gas. These books are also found in the non-fiction section.
You're doing great! You've found a lot already!
Now lets take a look at digital resources.
STEP 4
Search Britannica Encyclopedia Online. You can access this resource from anywhere just remember your username and password. Use keywords such as Natural Resources, oil, wood, coal and wind.
Now lets take a look at digital resources.
STEP 4
Search Britannica Encyclopedia Online. You can access this resource from anywhere just remember your username and password. Use keywords such as Natural Resources, oil, wood, coal and wind.
Are you interested in videos about Earth's resources?
STEP 6
The videos below from Discovery Education give a good overview of Earth resources. You can look at many more at Discovery Education, just remember your username and password.
STEP 6
The videos below from Discovery Education give a good overview of Earth resources. You can look at many more at Discovery Education, just remember your username and password.
Still looking for more information?
STEP 7
Don't forget to search Handley Regional Library. Through our public library you have access to books, magazines, journals, DVD's, audiobooks and more. All you need is to sign up for a free library card. See Mrs. Deem for more information.
STEP 7
Don't forget to search Handley Regional Library. Through our public library you have access to books, magazines, journals, DVD's, audiobooks and more. All you need is to sign up for a free library card. See Mrs. Deem for more information.
Target Grade Level 6
Virginia Standards of Learning
Science SOL 6.9 - The student will investigate and understand public policy decisions relating to the environment. Key concepts include a) management of renewable resources; b) management of nonrenewable resources; c) the mitigation of land - use and environmental hazards through preventive measures; and d) cost/benefit tradeoffs in conservation policies.
AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner
1.1.4 - Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions
1.1.6 - Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g., textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning.
2.1.1 - Continue an inquiry-based research process by applying critical-thinking skills analysis, synthesis, evaluation, organization) to information and knowledge in order to conclusions, and create new knowledge
2.4.3 - Recognize new knowledge and understanding
3.1.6 - Use information and technology ethically and responsibly
Virginia Standards of Learning
Science SOL 6.9 - The student will investigate and understand public policy decisions relating to the environment. Key concepts include a) management of renewable resources; b) management of nonrenewable resources; c) the mitigation of land - use and environmental hazards through preventive measures; and d) cost/benefit tradeoffs in conservation policies.
AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner
1.1.4 - Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions
1.1.6 - Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g., textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning.
2.1.1 - Continue an inquiry-based research process by applying critical-thinking skills analysis, synthesis, evaluation, organization) to information and knowledge in order to conclusions, and create new knowledge
2.4.3 - Recognize new knowledge and understanding
3.1.6 - Use information and technology ethically and responsibly