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PREVIEW THE TOPIC
Research
When you do research, you look for information
about a topic that interests you. You can look for
information in nonfiction books, in newspapers, and
on the Internet. Many students begin a research
project by visiting the library. Interviewing experts
on a subject is another good way to learn about
a topic.
Sometimes research doesn’t go as planned,
however. In “Dear Mr. Winston,” a student’s
research takes an unexpected turn.
Talk About It
Think about a time you researched a topic.
What steps did you take? What resources did
you find? Share your story with a partner.
Then, discuss with your partner how your
experiences were alike and different.
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