Think for Yourself: Avoiding Plagiarism (Research Tool Kit)

Description

Researching and writing can be fun. But how do you know you're quoting and summarizing properly in your written work? Discover how to understand public domain, how to cite a source, and how to use someone else's words appropriately in your papers and projects.

Kristine Carlson Asselin writes both fiction and nonfiction for children and teens. She is the author of more than fifteen children's books for the elementary school library market and her debut YA novel ANY WAY YOU SLICE IT (Bloomsbury Spark) came out in April 2015. Kris volunteers with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, and loves Harry Potter, Doctor Who, classic rock from the 70's and 80's, and anything with a time travel theme. She loves doing workshops and talking about reading and writing with both kids and adults. Kristine lives in a suburb of Boston, Massachusetts with her husband and daughter.

Clear writing and numerous examples make it easy for students to apply the material and suggestions to their own research assignment. The information is up-to-date and suggests students incorporate technology such as blogs, podcasts, etc. into their research and presentations. An attractive layout, including text boxes, colorful glossary definitions, and large photographs will hold students' interest. Overall, this series offers excellent advice for planning how and what to research, taking clear notes, putting information into your own words, and sharing what you've learned in a fun way.-- "Library Media Connection" This is an excellent introductory text on plagiarism since students often start writing reports during the early years of school.-- "Reading Today Online"