Suggested Activities


Skill T5.3.3:  Distinguish between fact and opinion

Grade Level:  Third

Objective:  Students will assist with gathering information from the Internet. The group will discuss whether the information gathered is factual or an opinion.

Academic Expectations:  6.1, 5.4, 1.16

Resources:  Computer, Internet access

Sample Activity:  Students will gather information dealing with teen curfews and a change in number of teenage crimes. The students must show what information is factual and what is opinion.

Recommended Core Content:  Social Studies, Language Arts