Would you like to know.....about Key Figures in the American Revolution?
Let's get started....
Begin HERE! STEP 1 Search the J-WMS Catalog Keyword phrase: John Adams, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin, American Revolution. |
Where should you look?
STEP 2
Many of the titles you will be looking for can be found in biography section of the library. Biographies are organized in alphabetical order by the last name of the person the book is about. Can you find some of these biographies?
STEP 2
Many of the titles you will be looking for can be found in biography section of the library. Biographies are organized in alphabetical order by the last name of the person the book is about. Can you find some of these biographies?
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: American Revolution. These books can be found in the non-fiction section of the library.
STEP 3
You many need to try different keywords in your search. Search the J-WMS catalog again using keywords such as: American Revolution. These books can be found in the non-fiction section of the library.
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: jwmsstudent and password: cougars. Use keywords such as American Revolution, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams.
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: jwmsstudent and password: cougars. Use keywords such as American Revolution, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams.
Ready to search the internet?
STEP 5
Search Webpath Express found through our library software. Use keywords such as American Revolution, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams. WebPath Express is a safe and credible educational search tool for students and teachers. WebPath Express pulls from trustworthy, relevant websites. It's a great place to start your online searching.
STEP 5
Search Webpath Express found through our library software. Use keywords such as American Revolution, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams. WebPath Express is a safe and credible educational search tool for students and teachers. WebPath Express pulls from trustworthy, relevant websites. It's a great place to start your online searching.
Are you interested in videos about key figures in the American Revolution?
STEP 6
The videos below are from Biography.com.
STEP 6
The videos below are from Biography.com.
Benjamin Franklin - Mini Biography
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Thomas Jefferson - Mini Biography
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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.
At Handley Library you may want to search for other key figures from the Revolutionary War such as Paul Revere and Phillis Wheatley. Below are two books you might find....
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.
At Handley Library you may want to search for other key figures from the Revolutionary War such as Paul Revere and Phillis Wheatley. Below are two books you might find....
Target Grade Level 6
Virginia Standards of Learning
STANDARD USI.6c - The student will demonstrate knowledge of the causes and results of the American Revolution by c) describing key events and the roles of key individuals in the American Revolution, with emphasis on George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Patrick Henry.
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
STANDARD USI.6c - The student will demonstrate knowledge of the causes and results of the American Revolution by c) describing key events and the roles of key individuals in the American Revolution, with emphasis on George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Patrick Henry.
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