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Keep answers private.\nWHO? WHEN?\nWHY? WHAT PROOF?\nPoint, write, type or speak quietly to an adult.", "sha256": "7e7d820e94f90a4f1f13df2e6db94788832647179874b7220bb75f728274fe88", "words": 37, "sentence_units": 10, "syllables": 53, "estimated_age": 7.76 }, { "label": "slide_2", "text": "A clear record\nWatch a short model first.\nUse a title and two headings.\nSave and reopen to check your file.\nSource check\nEvidence\nMy decision\nChoose a way to record your answer.", "sha256": "f78f65a092f09bf55a55a2c7d0d0ef9a3c2a479a217a498795713fbb760eb1c1", "words": 33, "sentence_units": 8, "syllables": 44, "estimated_age": 6.75 }, { "label": "slide_3", "text": "A neat page can be wrong\nLook at the two made-up claims.\nWhich source gives a checkable detail?\nPoint to the detail in private.\nClaim: The best paper for every task!\nCheck note: Six sheets were tested. Five held a small weight.\nMark one claim and one piece of evidence.\nThe check note gives a test and a result.\nThat small test does not prove it is best for every task.", "sha256": "90ad3544450e0ed59409f63dba6e377451e9a1c47a1999ef404578e6bb8af1b9", "words": 72, "sentence_units": 10, "syllables": 86, "estimated_age": 6.31 }, { "label": "slide_4", "text": "Four source checks\nWho made it?\nWhen was it made or checked?\nWhy was it made?\nWhat evidence does it show?\nM: Trial note\nSession staff | 10 November 2026\nThree trials: 18, 20, 22 minutes\nWatch the adult mark all four checks.", "sha256": "19bada2465d6e5c4764c1394342d2d9478bdfd57a59446edd869f4e824d3c5c7", "words": 37, "sentence_units": 9, "syllables": 45, "estimated_age": 5.36 }, { "label": "slide_5", "text": "Compare the evidence\nA second source says it takes 5 minutes.\nIt shows no timings and no date.\nUse the trial note for this question.\nSay what it cannot prove.\nN: Undated advert\nA trial takes 5 minutes!\nNo timings or method shown.\nWatch a reason use details from both sources.", "sha256": "a6f213e4dcd03f9ad01135c39879d5a0350743f086abca9a8c3f775385267b62", "words": 49, "sentence_units": 9, "syllables": 70, "estimated_age": 8.39 }, { "label": "slide_6", "text": "Words for checking sources\nsource: Where a claim or fact comes from.\nclaim: Something a source says is true.\nevidence: Details that help us check a claim.\npurpose: Why the source was made.\nA claim says something.\nEvidence helps us check it.\nChoose a word and match it quietly to a card.", "sha256": "6b556fe88874f09980181339798dcfb68cc4ab433018f38339b50da97c365898", "words": 52, "sentence_units": 8, "syllables": 66, "estimated_age": 6.92 }, { "label": "slide_7", "text": "Compare the three cards\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\nUse A, B and C on the source sheet.\nMark details before choosing.\nA: 30 minutes; kit supplied\nB: 10 minutes; buy a kit\nC: 29, 30, 31 minutes; kit loaned\nMake your own marks; an adult checks privately.", "sha256": "53c380279d0be54ad62b90ff497a4b1c3f4f288579eed2511718351be17fa3c4", "words": 52, "sentence_units": 8, "syllables": 67, "estimated_age": 7.15 }, { "label": "slide_8", "text": "Does the date prove it?\nA new advert says: Best for everyone.\nIt gives no tests or facts.\nIs a new date enough to trust the claim?\nNew date\nNo tests\nBest for everyone?\nChoose yes or no privately, then give one reason.\nNo. A recent date is only one clue.\nTwo copies of one claim are not two separate checks.", "sha256": "bbb3c91795ae97b13d9a8c616e23613a8b89b6df18a01655a911adaf24f09693", "words": 61, "sentence_units": 11, "syllables": 77, "estimated_age": 6.47 }, { "label": "slide_9", "text": "My source decision\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\nCompare the source cards.\nWrite your own reason and one question.\nSave and check your own file.\nUse two source letters.\nQuote a short detail from each.\nWhat is still unknown?\nChoose Supported, Independent or Aspire.", "sha256": "944274cb22cc18256ab85f289c0a4806bbdc201bfe8a0acece921ccaf428dbe3", "words": 53, "sentence_units": 9, "syllables": 68, "estimated_age": 6.85 }, { "label": "slide_10", "text": "Supported\nUse cards A and C first. Then check B.\nMark who, date, purpose and evidence on each card.\nChoose a source for the kit and time question.\nUse the frame to compare it with another card.\nAdd one fact you still need to check.\nI would use source ... because ...\nSource ... supports or challenges this by ...\nI still need to check ...\nUse the frame, then make your own choice.", "sha256": "d77e779d23b6f86b030c55b2a0ae1a29037382d302dae47f484e337e7a3b598e", "words": 69, "sentence_units": 13, "syllables": 82, "estimated_age": 5.5 }, { "label": "slide_11", "text": "Independent\nCompare cards A, B and C for the question.\nRecord who, date, purpose and evidence.\nChoose the most useful sources for kit and time.\nWrite a short reason with two letters and details.\nState one limit or question that remains.\nChoice\nEvidence from two cards\nOne limit or question\nMake the link between each detail and your choice.", "sha256": "acd783c4229c78c2334f2f72e089144110115b8b8d2d1fa2a22dd1493d4792d0", "words": 59, "sentence_units": 10, "syllables": 83, "estimated_age": 8.31 }, { "label": "slide_12", "text": "Aspire\nComplete the Independent task first.\nExplain why the advert alone is not enough.\nExplain what three timings cannot prove.\nWould a recent date alone change your choice? Why?\nImprove your reason and keep the first version.\nThree sessions checked\nUseful evidence\nNot a promise for every session\nImprove a reason without making a stronger claim than the evidence.", "sha256": "dc9e408489a195c609eee384aaf62e04e44bd9a000f5dc9d95d8b5c1dd945560", "words": 59, "sentence_units": 11, "syllables": 91, "estimated_age": 9.7 }, { "label": "slide_13", "text": "My evidence record\nI used sources ... and ...\nThe details that helped were ...\nI still need to check ...\nMy saved file opens: yes / not yet.\nChoice + details + limit\nOne next step\nYour response\nShare your work privately with the adult.", "sha256": "a8dfd1bccd152b957ec507946898ad36acfc0c2cb3e3ed507c94ca01a5b1e492", "words": 39, "sentence_units": 10, "syllables": 52, "estimated_age": 6.66 }, { "label": "slide_14", "text": "A new claim to check\nTwo sessions took 12 and 13 minutes.\nA claim says: It always takes 12 minutes.\nDoes the evidence support always?\nRecord: 12, 13 minutes\nClaim: Always 12 minutes\nUse the data, not a guess.\nRecord your answer privately and show your saved work.\nNo. One session took 13 minutes.\nTwo trials cannot prove what always happens.", "sha256": "a6a5cec836c1b442f2fed67c78bc9ead62b1c3bd7c96e04923792c1e0b2551f7", "words": 54, "sentence_units": 11, "syllables": 83, "estimated_age": 9.46 }, { "label": "pupil_page_1", "text": "Source check steps\nToday I can\nI can compare sources and use evidence to explain a choice.\n1 Find the question\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\n2 Check each source\nWho made it? When? Why? What evidence is shown?\n3 Compare details\nUse two letters. Explain which details support or challenge your choice.\n4 Keep a limit\nWrite one question the cards do not answer.\n5 Save and check\nUse a title and clear headings. Save, close and reopen your own file.\nYour choice\nPoint, write, type or speak quietly to an adult. No reading aloud is required.", "sha256": "c43bc84720efbf23460fdf7a1416697f724557950161c7fcd8a93d7da28c0731", "words": 102, "sentence_units": 21, "syllables": 130, "estimated_age": 6.34 }, { "label": "pupil_page_2", "text": "Words for checking sources\nsource\nWhere a claim or fact comes from.\nclaim\nSomething a source says is true.\nevidence\nDetails that help us check a claim.\npurpose\nWhy the source was made.\nopinion\nA view or judgement someone holds.\nreliable\nWorth trusting for this question, with reasons.\nA short reason\nI trust this detail more because ...", "sha256": "ecc02ec3f5138c573d98470a20aa7d29a710df6c1a36bbeebcfb0d8c75f29195", "words": 57, "sentence_units": 15, "syllables": 79, "estimated_age": 7.25 }, { "label": "pupil_page_3", "text": "Knowledge organiser\nThe aim\nI can compare sources and use evidence to explain a choice.\nFour checks\nWho made it? When was it made or checked? Why was it made? What evidence is shown?\nCompare\nDo two sources give separate evidence? Two copies of one claim are not two checks.\nKeep a limit\nA neat page or a new date does not prove a claim. A source may help with one question but not another.\nMy success checks\n[ ] I compared who, when, purpose and evidence.\n[ ] I used two source letters and details for my choice.\n[ ] I named one thing I still need to check.\n[ ] I saved and reopened my own work.\nWhere this leads\nBefore an application, check role and training details against current evidence so your choices are well informed.", "sha256": "b0f53db24c664852b1dbc42ab721ba25d86dedd1ba6ddbc26f9d93f0779ab0f3", "words": 131, "sentence_units": 21, "syllables": 173, "estimated_age": 7.43 }, { "label": "pupil_page_4", "text": "Fictional source cards\nYour question\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\nA Information sheet\nSession organiser | 12 November 2026\nPurpose: To explain the taster session.\nPlan for a 30-minute session. All kit is supplied for the session. Beginners can join. No past skill is needed.\nEvidence: Gives the current session plan, but no test results.\nB Advert\nKit seller | 1 September 2026\nPurpose: To sell a kit.\nThe best choice for everyone! The session takes just 10 minutes. Buy a kit before you join.\nEvidence: No timings or checks are shown.\nC Check record\nStaff observer | 14 November 2026\nPurpose: To record what happened.\nThree taster sessions took 29, 30 and 31 minutes. All kit was loaned at each session. The notes cover these three sessions only.\nEvidence: Records three timings and kit use.\nKeep it fictional\nThese cards are made up for this lesson. Do not search online or add personal details.", "sha256": "ca6e62950dd6be97545baa04269dbce8cab6c319cd38ce46767254d25fd45434", "words": 151, "sentence_units": 28, "syllables": 223, "estimated_age": 8.94 }, { "label": "pupil_page_5", "text": "Supported route\nThe question\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\nSteps\n1. Use cards A and C first. Then check B.\n2. Mark who, date, purpose and evidence on each card.\n3. Choose a source for the kit and time question.\n4. Use the frame to compare it with another card.\n5. Add one fact you still need to check.\n6. Save, close and reopen your file.\nMy reason\nI would use source ... because ...\nSource ... supports or challenges this by ...\nI still need to check ...\nCheck my work\n[ ] I compared who, when, purpose and evidence.\n[ ] I used two source letters and details for my choice.\n[ ] I named one thing I still need to check.\n[ ] I saved and reopened my own work.\nPrivate responses\nWrite in your book or type. You may point or ask for exact scribing.", "sha256": "01ed67648ac2176567dfeda86611fb29b6b28b86a8785f98352782993e9ee255", "words": 139, "sentence_units": 31, "syllables": 168, "estimated_age": 5.42 }, { "label": "pupil_page_6", "text": "Independent route\nThe question\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\nSteps\n1. Compare cards A, B and C for the question.\n2. Record who, date, purpose and evidence.\n3. Choose the most useful sources for kit and time.\n4. Write a short reason with two letters and details.\n5. State one limit or question that remains.\n6. Save, close and reopen your file.\nMy reason\nUse two source letters, a detail from each, and a limit or question.\nCheck my work\n[ ] I compared who, when, purpose and evidence.\n[ ] I used two source letters and details for my choice.\n[ ] I named one thing I still need to check.\n[ ] I saved and reopened my own work.\nPrivate responses\nWrite in your book or type. You may point or ask for exact scribing.", "sha256": "c53f324234b0b9fbcf2fefb379d1cfbe1d3335f53929fcd454250caf8bb65d1f", "words": 132, "sentence_units": 26, "syllables": 170, "estimated_age": 6.59 }, { "label": "pupil_page_7", "text": "Aspire route\nThe question\nMust a new learner buy a kit, and how long should they plan for?\nSteps\n1. Complete the Independent task first.\n2. Explain why the advert alone is not enough.\n3. Explain what three timings cannot prove.\n4. Would a recent date alone change your choice? Why?\n5. Improve your reason and keep the first version.\n6. Save a v2 copy and check it opens.\nMy reason\nUse two source letters, a detail from each, and a limit or question.\nCheck my work\n[ ] I compared who, when, purpose and evidence.\n[ ] I used two source letters and details for my choice.\n[ ] I named one thing I still need to check.\n[ ] I saved and reopened my own work.\nPrivate responses\nWrite in your book or type. You may point or ask for exact scribing.", "sha256": "bd0af3b51102ac97f3cb0d51034b83c375eac87fb6181290c002f249a86b7d26", "words": 130, "sentence_units": 27, "syllables": 168, "estimated_age": 6.54 }, { "label": "pupil_page_8", "text": "My evidence record\nMy file and folder\n\nSources I compared\n\nMy choice and two details\n\nOne thing I still need to check\n\nSaved file reopened\nYes / Not yet\nMy response to the next step\n\nAdult record\nDate: __________ Support used: ____________________\nSeen / supported / not yet: comparison; reason; limit; saved file.\nNext step: ________________________________________\nResponse acknowledged: _____________________________", "sha256": "11df20250b8d01a044dbb4005fed53447ef5441f03689d55713c7a15be2f7b6a", "words": 52, "sentence_units": 13, "syllables": 74, "estimated_age": 7.76 } ], "maximum_estimated_age": 9.7, "note": "Counts cover slide text, example text, cues, answer reveals and eight pupil pages. Same content repeats across editions and pink variants. Staff notes and running date/header/footer excluded." }