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Grade Range: 6 - 11
A more extensive collection, helpfully organized. From the University of Oklahoma.
In the Classroom
Primary sources could be used to teach both the content and historical thinking skills in your classroom. Divide students into 5-6 groups, with each group assigned a different primary source to read and evaluate. (Sources should come from various perspectives to make the game more interesting) Have the groups present quick summaries of their source to the class, making sure to mention who the author is and whether or not there could be bias. After all have presented, have each team pick a representative to argue in front of the class as to why their source is the most reliable and valid. After all have made their argument, have the class vote off the least reliable "survivor style" until you are left with just one!
At Home
Bookmark this site as a resource for student papers and projects on U.S. history, particularly if such projects require primary documents.
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American History, Government/Civics: U.S, Social Studies, Social Studies,