Follow These Steps:
 
	- Pick up a pencil or a pen.
 
	- As you read through your article the first time, mark anything you see related to: history of your topic, causes of the problem, impacts, or solutions.
 
	- Circle back for a second read and write any questions or comments in the margins where you underlined information.
 
	- Does the information in the source help you answer your topic question?
 
YOU MUST READ YOUR ARTICLES A FEW TIMES IN ORDER TO BOTH UNDERSTAND AND BE ABLE TO USE THE INFORMATION IN YOUR WRITING.