Objective
By the end of this lesson, the Year 7 homeschool student will be able to use library skills to research and gather information about whippets.
Materials and Prep
- Access to a computer with internet connection
- Whippet books or articles (if available)
- Pen and paper
Activities
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Introduce the concept of using library skills to research a specific topic. Explain that the student will be learning how to find information about whippets.
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Discuss the importance of using reliable sources and evaluating information. Teach the student how to determine if a website or source is trustworthy.
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Guide the student in using a search engine to find relevant websites about whippets. Demonstrate how to use keywords effectively to narrow down the search results.
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Encourage the student to explore different websites and take notes on interesting and important information about whippets. Emphasize the importance of paraphrasing and avoiding plagiarism.
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Discuss the use of books or articles as additional sources of information. If available, provide whippet books or articles for the student to browse and gather more details.
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Guide the student in organizing the gathered information into categories or subtopics. This can be done using pen and paper or a digital note-taking tool.
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Encourage the student to reflect on the research process and share any interesting findings or insights about whippets.
Australia: Year 7 Talking Points
- "Australia is home to many unique dog breeds, including the whippet."
- "Whippets are known for their speed and agility, making them excellent racing dogs."
- "Whippets are a type of sighthound, which means they rely on their exceptional vision to spot prey."
- "Whippets have a gentle and affectionate nature, making them great family pets."
- "In Australia, whippets are often used for lure coursing, a sport that simulates chasing prey."
- "Whippets come in various colors and patterns, adding to their visual appeal."
- "The Australian National Kennel Council recognizes whippets as a breed."