What should I include in my Dust Bowl Reaserch???????

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I still don't understand what to write about is there any 6th grade website for this???

http://www.livinghistoryfarm.org/farminginthe30s/water_02.html

http://www.nasa.gov/centers/goddard/news/topstory/2004/0319dustbowl.html

I know where to get the facts from,but I want to know what should I write in my reaserach on the Dustbowl (Remember 6th grade) thx

The first thing to do when you're doing research is to read lots of information. Take notes on what you think is important.

Read these sites carefully.

http://www.english.illinois.edu/Maps/depression/dustbowl.htm

http://www.livinghistoryfarm.org/farminginthe30s/water_02.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dust_Bowl

After you've read these articles and taken notes, make an outline of what facts you want to include in your report.

Then you'll be ready to write it.

Be sure to include these facts about the Dust Bowl:

WHAT?

WHEN?

WHERE?

WHY?

WHO was affected?

When conducting research on the Dust Bowl, there are several key elements you should include to provide a comprehensive analysis. Here are some essential components to consider:

1. Background information: Begin by providing a brief overview of the Dust Bowl to establish the context. Explain when and where it occurred, and highlight the main causes and consequences of the event.

2. Causes of the Dust Bowl: Investigate the factors that contributed to the Dust Bowl. These may include natural causes, such as severe drought, soil erosion, and wind patterns, as well as human factors, such as over-farming and improper land use practices.

3. Environmental impact: Explore the environmental consequences of the Dust Bowl. Discuss how the massive dust storms affected air quality, soil fertility, plant and animal life, and the overall ecosystem in the affected regions.

4. Agricultural practices: Examine the farming methods and agricultural practices employed in the affected areas before and during the Dust Bowl. Investigate how these practices contributed to soil degradation and erosion, leading to the devastating effects of the event.

5. Economic and social consequences: Evaluate the economic and social impacts of the Dust Bowl on individuals, families, and communities. Discuss the mass migration of people from the affected areas in search of better opportunities, the loss of livelihoods, and the socio-economic challenges faced by the affected population.

6. Government response: Analyze the role of the government during the Dust Bowl. Investigate the policies and programs implemented to alleviate the crisis, provide relief to affected communities, and promote sustainable land use practices to prevent similar events in the future.

7. Personal stories and eyewitness accounts: Include personal narratives, interviews, or diary entries from individuals who lived through the Dust Bowl. This adds a human element to your research, providing a firsthand perspective on the experiences of those affected.

8. Long-term impact and lessons learned: Assess the long-term impact of the Dust Bowl on agriculture, land use practices, and environmental policy. Consider the lessons learned from this event and how it shaped future agricultural and environmental practices.

To gather information for your research, utilize a variety of credible sources such as books, academic journals, government publications, and reputable websites. Conduct keyword searches using appropriate databases and libraries, and cross-reference information to ensure accuracy.