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Teaching Information
Processing Skills
THIRD GRADE
Orientation to Information Resources - 3rd Grade
These skills were introduced in previous grades. They should be reviewed and reinforced.
The learner:
- locates the Library Media Center (LMC)
- calls the Library Media Specialist (LMS) and staff by name and asks for assistance
- exhibits proper respect and care of materials, facilities, and equipment
- locates and names the easy, nonfiction, paperback, and magazine sections of the collection
- identifies left to right, top to bottom shelf arrangement
- demonstrates that easy books are arranged in alphabetical order by author's last name
- tells that a book's spine label gives information about its location on a shelf
- tells the difference between fiction and nonfiction
- locates the biography and fiction sections and defines the terms
- locates specific subjects of interest in the nonfiction section
- keeps books and materials in order when browsing
- locates encyclopedias, dictionaries, and atlases and explains in simple terms the purpose of their use
- tells that encyclopedias, dictionaries, and atlases are part of the reference section
- locates the library online catalog and observes it in use
- locates and uses the technology areas (with assistance)
- identifies information in a variety of formats: print and nonprint (including electronic media)
- uses appropriate procedures at the circulation desk to checkout and return materials
- demonstrates a positive feeling about books, stories, and the LMC as a place for learning and fun
These skills are introduced in Third Grade.
The learner:
- states that the spine label displays the book's call number and determines the location of the book on the shelf
- states that the purpose of the Dewey Decimal System is to classify and arrange nonfiction books numerically by subject
- defines the difference between biography and autobiography and states that they are shelved by subject's last name
Selection and Utilization of Information Resources - 3rd Grade
These skills were introduced in previous grades. They should be reviewed and reinforced.
The learner:
- verbalizes requests for help in locating materials
- alphabetizes words as an aid in locating materials
- uses the spine label to locate a book
- selects books based on interest and/or need
- selects easy/fiction books arranged alphabetically by author's last name
- demonstrates that when selecting from the nonfiction section, books about the same subject are grouped together
- locates books in the library online catalog
- identifies the parts of a book including cover, spine, bar code, spine label, and title page
- tells that the title of the book, the names of the author and illustrator, publisher, and place of publication are found on the title page
- uses the table of contents and index as guides to the contents of a book
- uses guide words in a primary dictionary or glossary to locate words and their meanings
- uses magazines for information and/or recreational reading
- listens for information and uses visual clues to gain knowledge
- demonstrates proper skills in operating the computer keyboard and mouse
- gathers information using a variety of media: print and nonprint, including CD-ROM, World Wide Web, and other electronic media (with assistance)
- uses primary encyclopedias and atlases (print and electronic) as sources of information
- uses resources available outside the school (public libraries, people in the community, and other resources)
These skills are introduced in Third Grade.
The learner:
- interprets the parts of a call number
- selects nonfiction books in numerical order by subject according to call number
- selects biographies and autobiographies by subject's last name
- locates a book by title, author, or subject using the library online catalog
- uses encyclopedia aids such as guide words, charts, maps, illustrations, and subheadings
- uses an elementary atlas to interpret a map
- uses the copyright date to determine the age of information
- skims/scans material to get an overview and to select relevant information
Organization and Presentation of Information - 3rd Grade
These skills were introduced in previous grades. They should be reviewed and reinforced.
The learner:
- works independently and/or cooperatively in groups
- sorts, classifies, and sequences information
- compares and contrasts information from different sources
- demonstrates an understanding of plagiarism
- takes notes in his/her own words
- records information using words, phrases, and/or sentences
- uses webbing, Venn diagrams, simple charts, graphs, or other forms to organize information
- sequences notes for written presentation
- demonstrates that information can be shared in a variety of formats
- conveys information orally using complete sentences
- retells a story
- uses pictures and objects to present information
- uses both print and non-print, including computers and other electronic media, to present information (with assistance)
- evaluates the process and presentation
These skills are introduced in Third Grade.
The learner:
- identifies key words and phrases and selects ideas that are most important
- organizes information in paragraph form
- edits and proofreads
- compiles a simple bibliography of materials/sources consulted used in research
Literature/Information Appreciation - 3rd Grade
These skills were introduced in previous grades. They should be reviewed and reinforced.
The learner:
- listens to literature for pleasure and information
- demonstrates comprehension of materials read or heard
- uses illustrations to acquire a greater understanding of the story
- predicts outcomes
- relates elements of literature to personal experiences
- participates in storytelling, drama, songs, puppetry, fingerplays, and poetry
- shares books by favorite authors and illustrators
- identifies the unique styles of authors and illustrators
- identifies books that are special award winners: Caldecott, Volunteer State, Coretta Scott King, etc.
- demonstrates awareness of literature from various cultures and genres: nursery rhymes, fairy tales, folklore, poetry, etc.
- identifies differences between original works and adaptations
- uses visual media (non-print)
- shares opinions about materials heard, read, or viewed
These skills are introduced in Third Grade.
The learner:
- identifies different types of fiction: realistic fiction, historical fiction, science fiction, mystery, fantasy, etc.
- identifies author's purpose
- experiences a wide variety of literature on an appropriate level, including chapter books
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