5th grade research writing videos

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Quick answer

In 5th grade (ages 10–11), children run short research projects: ask a question, find and judge sources, take notes and cite them. The OSLIS Elementary videos from the Oregon School Library Information System walk through each step, with Miacademy on reliable sources and Khan Academy on summaries. Play all on repeat, or loop one step.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Understanding Your AssignmentUnderstanding Your AssignmentOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Choosing a Topic & Developing a Research QuestionChoosing a Topic & Developing a Research QuestionOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Learn to Research Elementary: Plan StepLearn to Research Elementary: Plan StepOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Learn to Research Elementary: Find StepLearn to Research Elementary: Find StepOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Using KeywordsUsing KeywordsOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Searching Effectively Boolean OperatorsSearching Effectively Boolean OperatorsOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Searching Effectively Phrase Searching & TruncationSearching Effectively Phrase Searching & TruncationOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Using a Library DatabaseUsing a Library DatabaseOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Evaluating & Choosing SourcesEvaluating & Choosing SourcesOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Evaluating Websites (for Elementary students)Evaluating Websites (for Elementary students)OSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Reliable Sources - Identifying Sources in Research and Evaluating Their ReliabilityReliable Sources - Identifying Sources in Research and Evaluating Their ReliabilityMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Lateral Reading: Detecting Online Sources You Can TrustLateral Reading: Detecting Online Sources You Can TrustOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Using Videos as Sources: Detecting TrustworthinessUsing Videos as Sources: Detecting TrustworthinessOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  14. 14Using Primary & Secondary SourcesUsing Primary & Secondary SourcesOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Reading & Taking NotesReading & Taking NotesOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Using The 5 Ws and the Bonus H to make summaries | Reading | Khan AcademyUsing The 5 Ws and the Bonus H to make summaries | Reading | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Citing Sources: Why & How to Do ItCiting Sources: Why & How to Do ItOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  18. 18Crediting Experts Using Signal PhrasesCrediting Experts Using Signal PhrasesOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  19. 19Learn to Research Elementary: Create StepLearn to Research Elementary: Create StepOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop
  20. 20Learn to Research Elementary: Present StepLearn to Research Elementary: Present StepOSLIS Elementary VideosPlay from here Loop

What does this 5th grade research unit cover?

It covers understanding the assignment, choosing a topic and research question, searching with keywords, judging websites and videos as sources, primary and secondary sources, taking notes in your own words and citing sources. By the end a child should plan a short report and list where each fact came from.

How does RepeatWatch help with a research project?

Save each step, from planning to presenting, on keys 1–9 so your child can jump back while working. Set an A–B loop on the note-taking or citing example, slow it to 0.75× and copy the format onto paper.

Frequently asked questions

What grade learns to do research and cite sources?

In the US, short research projects that use several sources, take notes and list sources are a 5th grade writing goal (ages 10–11). Grade levels vary by country and school, so start wherever your child is.

How can we keep a research session short?

Do one step per session: watch one video, then take that step on your own project. Use Stop after N loops so a video ends on its own. Videos play in YouTube's player, so YouTube may show ads.