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Worksheets for 9th Graders, Truth Seekers Detectives

Worksheets for 9th Graders, Truth Seekers Detectives preview
Worksheets for 9th Graders, Truth Seekers Detectives preview
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Truth Seeker Activity Booklet cover, What is true or false, with a gavel on a laptop keyboard; 9th-10th grade activities
Booklet front page to hand out before starting the unit
Evaluating sources: leader steps for Fact or Opinion game, Is that Fake News? website check and True or False corner game
Leader plan for a group session on judging information
Facts or Opinion: students list facts (proven, measured, observed) and opinions (thoughts, feelings) about a given item
Handout for the fact-or-opinion guessing game
Is this Fake: students rate a website yes or no on 10 checks like domain, author, sources and fact checkers, then judge it
Use twice per student while researching two websites
Checking experts: students plan 4 facts and opinions for an article, then highlight claims in an online article to verify
Writing task followed by an online fact-checking search
Wise consumer: steps for an ad scavenger hunt matching 12 ad types to definition cards, then making an original ad
Leader directions for the advertising techniques session
Ad technique cut-out cards: definitions and ads for bandwagon, celebrities, fear, testimonials, statistics, repetition
Card set 1 of 2 for the scavenger hunt; cut apart
Ad technique cut-out cards: definitions and ads for patriotism, promotions, regular people, heartstrings, humor, ideal life
Card set 2 of 2; hide the ad images around the room
Finding truth in life: steps for a movie review, a Juliette Gordon Low true-or-false bean game and Two Truths and a Lie
Closing session ideas mixing reviews and group games

Answer key included

Answer key included
Attributes
Subject

Special Resources, Social Skills, Life Skills

Grades

Grade 9, 10

Types

Activities

File

PDF

Editable
No
Author
Leader Connecting Leaders
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About This Product

Do you know how much news we hear every day can sometimes be fake, or a lie? News blasts from TVs, phones, and even family chats, but not everything you hear is the whole story. Sometimes information can be biased or even untrue. This activity booklet will give you superpowers to be an info detective! Learn to judge sources and spot the difference between fact and fiction.

Are You a Girl Scout Leader?
Great news if you are a Senior Girl Scout leader, this booklet was written for you. Use this to earn the Girl Scout Senior Truth Seeker Badge

This is a PDF printable with 15 pages great for 9th and 10th graders. You could also use it with middle school kids as well.

Activities in this booklet:

  • Fake News vs. Real News: Crack the code on what makes news sources reliable. Learn to tell the difference between fact and fiction.

  • Fact or Opinion? Become an expert on spotting the difference in news articles, even those written by professionals! ️

  • Advertising A-Z: Uncover the tricks advertisers use and create your persuasive message!

  • Finding Everyday Truths: Explore the concept of truth through fun activities, including watching a movie and discussing it with others.

  • Citizen Journalist Training: Develop your critical thinking skills by analyzing headlines and learning how to identify fake news.

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