Grade 6

Source reliability and bias

Compare how trustworthy different sources seem and notice when a source may be biased or incomplete.

Category: Reading Readiness 12 min Advanced
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Reliable sources usually show evidence, clear expertise, or verifiable details. Bias can appear when a source pushes one side strongly without considering alternatives or evidence.

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Open one card at a time, read the text together, and use the audio button when hearing the line once helps.

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A science article cites measurements from a weather department and explains how the data was collected.

reliable source clue

Specific evidence and methods usually increase trustworthiness.

Example: This source sounds more reliable because it explains its evidence.

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A poster says, 'Everyone knows this is the only smart choice,' but gives no facts.

bias clue

Strong opinions without support can signal weak reasoning or bias.

Example: The message is persuasive but not well supported.

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A student blog shares one personal experience with a bus route.

source limitation

Personal experience can be useful, but it may not represent every situation.

Example: The source offers one viewpoint, not broad evidence.

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Critical reading habit: Ask who created the source, what evidence is shown, and what might be missing.

evaluation step

Source checking is part of responsible reading.

Example: Reliable reading includes checking both evidence and perspective.

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