Louise Spilsbury

Tips for Better Researching Louise Spilsbury

Brief Description: "Guides readers through the many aspects of research at the library and online, including selecting quality books and materials, using primary and secondary sources, taking notes, and avoiding plagiarism"--Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.; Guides readers through the many aspects of research at the library and online, including selecting quality books and materials, using primary and secondary sources, taking notes, and avoiding plagiarism--; Publisher's website. Table of Contents: Chapter 1. What Is Research? -- Chapter 2. Starting Out -- Reading and Brainstorming -- Primary and Secondary Sources -- Choosing Books -- Finding Your Way Around Books -- Chapter 3. Searching the Internet -- Choosing Websites Carefully -- Chapter 4. Filtering Information -- How to Take Notes -- Organizing Your Notes -- Showing Your Sources -- Chapter 5. Using Your Research -- Glossary -- For More Information -- Index.

Contributor Bio:  Spilsbury, Louise Louise Spilsbury is a very experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. Her writing covers a wide range of topics from animals and science to history and social studies.