This paper presents specific approaches and techniques aimed at developing the skill of compiling bibliography lists for research and project works in schoolchildren. The applied methodology involved the observation method, analysis and synthesis of the obtained empirical data and the modelling method. The author of the paper introduces a variety of techniques: games; monitoring of finished project assignments, their assessment and review; elaboration of instructions, recommendations; gathering of negative language material; editing, etc. It is concluded that the development of this kind of activity requires gradual and systemic training of students from early adolescence.