Test Students’ Trivia Knowledge & Research Skills with Infobase
What day does the Spring Equinox land on? How long did the U.S. Civil War last? What was the name of the first woman in space? Trivia games aren’t just fun—they are also exercise for the brain, great for improving memory as well as problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. If you’re looking for a fun way to quiz your students while teaching them research skills, try asking them trivia questions and then let them search Infobase’s databases for the answers. To increase the challenge, offer bonus points for speed or establish a “no searching” rule to encourage them to find the correct answers by browsing. Here are some ideas on what questions you can ask. Questions for Elementary and Intermediate Students The World Almanac® for Kids Elementary and The World Almanac® for Kids cover a wide range of curricular topics for middle school and elementary students. Each database features a special trivia question on the homepage as well as Fun Facts articles and games including word searches and crossword puzzles. The World Almanac for Kids also features an interactive, SMART Board-friendly Trivia Challenge that can be used in class to enrich lessons across the curriculum or as an engaging introduction to
