Social StudiesEnglish Language Arts6-8
Primary and Secondary Sources Practice
By John M.
This 3-page packet helps 7th graders distinguish between primary and secondary sources through examples of historical documents. It includes a graphic organizer to support understanding and is designed for a 30-minute lesson.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 30-minute whole-class or small-group activity.
- Discussion question: Can a source be both primary and secondary? Explain.
- For struggling readers, pre-highlight key phrases in the document examples that indicate whether they are primary or secondary.
- Advanced learners can research an additional historical event and identify primary and secondary sources related to it.
Social StudiesEnglish Language Arts6-8
Primary and Secondary Sources Practice
By John M.
This 3-page packet helps 7th graders distinguish between primary and secondary sources through examples of historical documents. It includes a graphic organizer to support understanding and is designed for a 30-minute lesson.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 30-minute whole-class or small-group activity.
- Discussion question: Can a source be both primary and secondary? Explain.
- For struggling readers, pre-highlight key phrases in the document examples that indicate whether they are primary or secondary.
- Advanced learners can research an additional historical event and identify primary and secondary sources related to it.