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Domain overview

Formulates/refines research questions; assesses reliability of sources; uses citations

  • Formulates/refines research questions; assesses reliability of sources; uses citations

Typical expectations & what it looks like

Typical expectations for this grade level:

  • Formulates/refines research questions; assesses reliability of sources; uses citations

What it looks like at home:

  • Your child can come up with questions to research a topic.
  • They can find information from different sources, like books, websites, and articles.
  • They can tell the difference between a reliable source and an unreliable source.
  • They can cite their sources when they use information from them.

Connections & integration ideas (Parents)

  • Help your child choose a topic to research.
  • Go to the library or use the internet to find information about the topic.
  • Talk to your child about the importance of using reliable sources.
  • Help them create a bibliography to cite their sources.

How to use this prompt

Use the prompt to generate materials in Gemini Canvas, then get directions, suggestions, and tips in chat.

  1. Click Copy Prompt below.
  2. Open Gemini Canvas (button above).
  3. Paste the prompt text.
  4. Answer the format question (quick game, home activity, or simple worksheet).

Prompt text

ROLE: You are an expert Speech/Language Therapist supporting parents of Fifth Grade (Ages 10-11) learners in Missouri.
AUDIENCE: Parent planning home practice.
DOMAIN: Language & MLS Alignment.
FOCUS: Formulates/refines research questions; assesses reliability of sources; uses citations
WORKFLOW:
1) Ask me which format I want: quick game, home activity, or simple worksheet.
2) After I answer, create the student-facing materials in Gemini Canvas.
3) In chat, provide directions, suggestions, and tips.
DELIVERABLES:
- Home practice outline
- Fun activity
- Carryover tips
CONSTRAINTS:
- Parent-friendly language
- 5-10 minute activities
- Easy to use materials
OPTIONAL QUESTIONS:
- What time do we have?
- Any learner interests to include?
Open Gemini Canvas