google search lesson

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This slideshow goes over the basics of effective internet search for students. Learn some simple tricks to help rock the Google search engine.

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Super SearchingHow to use Google Search to master the internet!

Anatomy of a Search

Link to Website

Website Address

First Few Sentences On The Page

Search Box

Search Tip #1

Add the words for kids to the end of your search!

Search Tip #2

Read carefully before clicking on a link.This looks like good info!

Uh oh, this doesn’t look right!

Search Tip #3

Check your search results for links to more information.

Oh look, more information on this site!

Search Tip #4

Use the minus sign in front of words you don’t want to include in your search.

I don’t think we want info on cars. Try adding -car to your search!

Search Tip #5

Use quotation marks to search for exact words.

Search Tip #6

Use more words to narrow your search. Instead of just searching for Bengal tiger, try searching for Bengal tiger prey or Bengal tiger habitat.

Search Tip #7

Having trouble finding what you are looking for? Try using

Search Tip #8

Change the reading level of your results. Step 1: Click on the Search Tools button.

Search Tip #8 Continued

Step 2: Click on All Results and then choose Reading Level.

Search Tip #8 Continued

Click to select basic, intermediate, or advanced.

You’re Ready!

Now you are ready to be a Search Master! Go out there and show Google who is boss!

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