Source Comparison

This worksheet helps students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 build research skills, critical thinking, and media literacy by comparing two sources about sea turtle nesting in Florida. Through careful reading and analysis, learners identify where information is consistent, where it conflicts, and how evidence quality affects credibility. The activity makes it clear how cross-checking sources leads to more accurate understanding of environmental topics.

Learning Goals

• Comparing Multiple Sources (Grades 5-7)
  Identify similarities and differences between two informational texts.
• Evaluating Consistency & Conflict
  Recognize when sources agree, disagree, or present incomplete information.
• Source Credibility Analysis
  Determine which source is more trustworthy based on evidence, detail, and reliability.
• Science Literacy Application
  Understand environmental data related to sea turtle nesting and conservation.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource
  Designed by educators to support ELA, science literacy, and media literacy standards.
• Structured Comparison Tasks
  Guides students step by step through consistency, conflict, and credibility checks.
• Real-World Research Skills
  Prepares learners to evaluate information they encounter in academic and media settings.
• Flexible Classroom Use
  Suitable for independent work, partner activities, homework, or assessment.
• Low-Prep Format
  Print-and-go worksheet for classroom or homeschool instruction.

This printable worksheet strengthens skills in comparing sources, evaluating evidence, and determining accuracy in informational texts. By analyzing two accounts of the same environmental topic, students learn why cross-checking matters and how credibility is built through reliable evidence. It’s a practical, engaging resource for both classroom instruction and homeschool learning.

This worksheet is part of our credibility of sources worksheets collection.