Research Skills: Finding and Using Information
Understand that research helps us learn about God's world
Recognize the basic steps of the research process
Develop curiosity about learning new information
“So that you turn your ear to wisdom, and apply your heart to understanding; yes, if you cry out for discernment, and lift up your voice for understanding; if you seek her as silver, and search for her as for hidden treasures; then you will understand the fear of Yahweh, and find the knowledge of God.”
— Proverbs 2:2-5 (WEB)Shows that seeking knowledge is a godly pursuit
Gather students in a circle. Explain that today we'll learn about being 'God's Detectives' - discovering amazing things about His wonderful world through research.
Research is like a treasure hunt for knowledge. Just as explorers discover new lands, we can discover new ideas by asking questions and searching for answers.
Create a colorful poster showing the basic research process using fun illustrations
Simpler: Teacher helps draw main poster
Challenge: Students create individual research step books
Review what we learned about being curious researchers
Dear God, thank You for giving us curious minds to explore and learn about Your amazing creation. Help us to be good researchers who seek wisdom. Amen.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn how to ask great research questions!
“So that you turn your ear to wisdom, and apply your heart to understanding.”
— Proverbs 2:2 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Wisdom Detective Game: Kids act out listening carefully and thinking deeply
Research skills are foundational for learning and critical thinking
Children might feel overwhelmed by research process
Enthusiasm about learning, asking thoughtful questions