I introduce citations at the elementary level in 4th grade. Google Docs makes it nice and easy for students to create one through the tools dropdown menu, and they can choose between MLA, APA, or Chicago. I teach MLA to them. 
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Lauren Yansick
Library Media Specialist
The Sherman School
"Google can bring you back 100,000 answers. A librarian can bring you back the right one." - Neil Gaiman