1st Grade Writing Lesson Plan Example

Topic: Researching information

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to conduct research to answer a question or solve a problem using available resources.

Materials

• Computer with internet access
• Research question or problem
• List of resource materials (e.g. encyclopedia, Google Search, etc.)

Warm-up

• Ask students to share a time when they had a question about something and needed to find the answer.
• Write their examples on the board.
• Ask students if they can recall any strategies they used to find the answer.
• Write their strategies on the board.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the topic of research and explain that it is the process of finding and using information to answer questions or solve problems.
• Explain that there are many different resources available for researching, such as books, websites, and databases.
• Explain the importance of using reliable sources, such as trusted websites and credible authors.
• Show students how to use the index and table of contents to find information in a book.
• Demonstrate how to use a search engine to find information online.
• Show students how to use different databases (e.g. Lexis Nexis, ProQuest) to find information.

Guided Practice

• Have students Work in pairs to conduct a simple research project, such as answering a question or solving a problem using available resources.
• Each pair should choose a topic and then use the designated resources to find information that answers their question or solves their problem.
• Have students present their findings to the class, explaining how they located and used the information.

Independent Practice

• Have students work on a research project of their own choice, using the designated resources to find information that answers their question or solves their problem.
• Encourage students to be creative and think critically as they conduct their research.
• Have students present their findings to the class, explaining how they located and used the information.

Closure

• Review the steps of the research process and the importance of using available resources to find relevant information.
• Ask students to share any thoughts or insights gained from their research project.

Assessment

• Observe students during the independent practice and provide feedback on their use of the research process and their ability to find and use relevant information.
• Have students complete a written reflection on their research project, including what they learned and what they found interesting or challenging about conducting research.