English Language Arts6-8
Primary Source Analysis for 6th Grade
By JENNIFER R.
This 5-page packet guides 6th graders through analyzing primary sources related to American literature. It is designed to build critical thinking and reading comprehension skills, with scaffolding for struggling readers.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 45-minute whole-group or small-group activity.
- Discussion question: What makes a source a 'primary' source?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide sentence starters for written responses or allow students to work in pairs.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask students to find another primary source related to American literature and explain its significance.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.
English Language Arts6-8
Primary Source Analysis for 6th Grade
By JENNIFER R.
This 5-page packet guides 6th graders through analyzing primary sources related to American literature. It is designed to build critical thinking and reading comprehension skills, with scaffolding for struggling readers.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 45-minute whole-group or small-group activity.
- Discussion question: What makes a source a 'primary' source?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide sentence starters for written responses or allow students to work in pairs.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask students to find another primary source related to American literature and explain its significance.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.