Southwest High School Media Center

"Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known."

~ Dr. Carl Sagan, American Astronomer, Writer and Scientist (1934 - 1996)


It's time to begin your research project, but the task can appear formidable. Here are some tools the Media staff at Lincoln Southwest have put together to help you begin:

This slideshow provides steps regarding the research process and lists the best databases and web sites for different subjects
A thesis statement is a sentence stating the specific idea or opinion you address in a paper or essay, and it is usually located at the end of the first paragraph. Use the links in this document to help you write an effective thesis statement!
Those databases--How do I choose the best one for my topic?

Use our Research 101 graphic organizer for links to our databases!
Visit our remote access links if you're researching at home!