Grade 6 · Writing · Lesson 18

Collect notes with source details and summaries

When you research a topic, you will find useful information in books, articles, and websites. Good researchers do not just copy everything — they take organized notes that capture key ideas and record exactly where each piece of information came from. This process is called note-taking with source documentation.

What this lesson teaches

1Record source details including author, title, date, and URL on a note card
2Distinguish between a direct quote, a paraphrase, and a summary when taking notes
3Organize research notes using a structured note-card format
4Explain why accurate source details are essential for avoiding plagiarism

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