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Scenario and Sources
Parks and Rec
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Scenario: Your class is researching the things to do when visiting parks and recreational centers. As part of your research, you have been assigned to work with a group to present information about things to consider when choosing activities to take advantage of when visiting a park or recreations center. Your group developed the following research question:

Which activities are the best to take advantage of when visiting a park or recreation center?

You have three credible sources about parks and recreation centers. After you review these sources, you will answer three questions and construct a text that answers the research question. You can review the sources as often as you like. Use the Notepad tool to take notes as you read and plan for writing.





Source #1:

Read the article that describes the programs and services offered by the Park and Recreation Department.



Local Recreation

Jada M. Johnson



1 Ever wonder what the local Park and Recreation Department offers? There are so many programs available to everyone. This department maintains all of the parks in the area. They also look after public spaces all over the city.

2 Attractions like botanical gardens are available. Botanical gardens are filled with flowers, plants, and trees. Visitors can pay a low fee to view a variety of plant species. Sometimes, a whole area is dedicated to a certain theme. For instance, a Japanese garden found in a botanical garden will have cherry blossom trees with buildings and items that celebrate Japanese culture.

3 Some areas have pools. They have classes, like swimming lessons and lifeguard training, however, not all counties have pools. Other sports are tennis and golf. People can take classes to learn to play tennis or golf. Those who know what they are doing can reserve a tennis court or a tee time for golf. There are also options for joining a soccer or basketball team or just dropping in to play with whoever shows up in a group every week.

4 Community centers have a lot to offer. They have basketball courts and trails to explore. They also have gyms for people to work out and some have skate parks. Residents pay less than non-residents for a monthly or yearly membership.

5 For those who want to volunteer, there is the Adopt-a-Spot program. Many times, parks can be a dumping ground for litter and other trash. Groups from school or work can help keep an area clean. Volunteers pick up litter or maintain an area in the city.

6 Additionally, teenagers from 13-17 can learn about leadership. Members go on field trips to experience hands-on community issues. They attend classes to learn skills like public speaking and technology. Local leaders help teens prepare for their future.

7 Check out the nearest community center, park, or one of the many beautiful public spaces in your area.



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Source #2:

Read the narrative that shares a personal story about how one family uses local community centers.



Family Fun

Amber Slate




1 Every time we move to a new town, my brother and I check out the nearest recreation centers. My mom works a lot and usually has two jobs, so Kyler and I look after ourselves after school.

2 The community center across from our school has an after-school program—Kyler and I head over there after school and play on the playground—we also get snacks while we do homework. Once we are finished, we walk about a mile to get home.
y in shape. Even better, it keeps my whole family happy.











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Source #3:

Watch the video that explores the many benefits of local parks and recreation programs.

Community Growth



Please use your headphones and listen to the presentation.







3. Select the correct box in each row to show whether the author of Source #1, the author of Source #3, or both authors present each type of event described in the table.


Source #1

Source #3

Both

Teenagers go on field trips and learn leadership skills.

A
B
C
Volunteers clean or maintain a section of a park.

D
E
F
People attend a cookout or grill a meal at the park.

G
H
I

Answer 1

Answers:
- Teenagers go on field trips and learn leadership skills. — Source #1 (A).
(Source #1 explicitly describes teen leadership classes and field trips.)
- Volunteers clean or maintain a section of a park. — Both (F).
(Source #1 describes the Adopt-a-Spot volunteer program; the video also mentions volunteer/maintenance efforts.)
- People attend a cookout or grill a meal at the park. — Source #3 (H).
(The video discusses community events and picnics/cookouts at parks; Source #1 does not mention cookouts.)