Wednesday 02/28 Writing - Secure Intriguing Information

Purpose: I can secure information that will intrigue (the details, stories, quotes, storylines, and so on), necessary to write compelling texts that draw in my readers for my new research report.

1. Connection:  Research Report Mission Statement
2. Teaching:  To write in powerful ways you'll need to take very specific kinds of notes, not just notes about dates and names and facts.  Think about the single most important thing you want your reader to come away with knowing, thinking, or feeling about your topic; find intriguing details, stories, and quotes that help to teach/show that!
3. Link: With your small-group research team, secure the details, stories, quotes, storylines, and so on necessary to write compelling texts that draw in your readers.
• You'll write your report on an even more focused historical topic, with even more powerful writing, with even more independence.
• You've got two days to do the research you need to do; use these approved & appropriate resources.