Reference Resources
There are reference resources both in the library and available online, check them out.
In the library
World Book Encyclopaedia A- Z, (1999). World Book, Inc, Chicago, Illinois.
Located on the reference shelves.
This is a great place to start to find information. Use the encyclopaedias to look up general information about Antarctica, and the animal you have chosen. Don't be put off by the small print, the information is easy to understand. Scan the topic headings to make it easier to find your information, and take notes as you read.
Encyclopaedia Brittannica - Online Version
This is another great general resource that you can access on the school computers or at home. Don't forget this site requires a password for access. Login from this page. Think about your search terms, what do you want to know about?
Located on the reference shelves.
This is a great place to start to find information. Use the encyclopaedias to look up general information about Antarctica, and the animal you have chosen. Don't be put off by the small print, the information is easy to understand. Scan the topic headings to make it easier to find your information, and take notes as you read.
Encyclopaedia Brittannica - Online Version
This is another great general resource that you can access on the school computers or at home. Don't forget this site requires a password for access. Login from this page. Think about your search terms, what do you want to know about?