Citing+Sources

There are a variety of styles for citing sources, the four most common styles are APA, MLA, Chicago and Turabian. The Grand Island schools currently teach MLA through 6th grade. In high school, students are introduced to APA and other styles.

Depending on your profession, college, or even professors, any one of the styles could be required, therefore, we believe it is important that students be exposed to all of the styles and proficient in at least one. For more information and valuable resources regarding the four most common styles please scroll to the bottom of this page.

 How to cite a source is taught beginning in 1st grade utilizing a progressive approach (courtesy of Kathy Schrock and Nauset Public Schools) that culminates in 6th grade. This approach is based on the MLA method. Please use the link below for detailed information regarding the appropriate way to cite sources by grade level:
 * How to Cite a Source: **

MLA Citations Grades 1-6

Beginning in 4th grade and throughout high school, students may also use NoodleBib or other citation generators online like BibMe.org

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 * Citation Styles & Resources: **
 * MLA (Modern Language Association): @http://www.mla.org/style
 * APA (American Psychological Association): @http://www.apastyle.org/learn/index.aspx (includes a free tutorial)
 * Chicago: @http://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/home.html (includes online tools and a quick guide)
 * Turabian: @http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turabian (information regarding)