Genius Hour Research and Presentation Prep
Year 2-4 Research Skills Preparing Your Amazing Presentation
What is Genius Hour?
A special time to research something YOU are curious about You get to be the expert on your chosen topic You'll share your discoveries with the class It's your chance to explore and learn something amazing!
What Makes You Curious?
Think about your Genius Hour question What do you already know? What do you want to discover?
Today's Mission
Research your topic using books and safe websites Write down 3-4 interesting facts Explain why your topic is important Prepare what you'll say in your presentation
Research Rules
NO Canva for the first 25 minutes Focus on finding facts first Use your research sheet or Word document There's always more to discover - never say 'I'm finished'!
Where to Find Information
Classroom books and encyclopedias Safe websites approved by your teacher Educational videos (with teacher permission) Remember to check if information is reliable
Good Research vs. Quick Research
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Your Research Sheet
Write your Genius Hour question at the top Record 4 interesting facts you discover Explain why your topic matters Start writing your presentation script
Remember
'The important thing is not to stop questioning.' - Albert Einstein
Writing Great Facts
Start with 'One interesting fact is...' Include specific details and numbers Explain what makes it surprising or cool Example: 'One interesting fact is that octopuses have three hearts that pump blue blood!'
Fact-Finding Challenge
Find 1 fact that surprises you Find 1 fact with a number in it Find 1 fact that explains 'how' something works Find 1 fact that shows why it's important
Writing Your Presentation Script
Start: 'Today I am talking about...' Share 2-3 of your best facts Explain: 'This topic is important because...' Practice reading it aloud clearly
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