History
Each social studies discipline is a little different - history in particular is defined as: "a chronological record of significant events (such as those affecting a nation or institution) often including an explanation of their causes"
On this page, you'll find resources that may be helpful for your class, or that might just be GREAT FUN to investigate and learn from.
Primary Source Analysis Forms!
Primary sources are an integral part of historical study, but it's not always easy to figure out how to analyze them.
Library of Congress Source Analysis Tool
Start by choosing the correct FORMAT of your source, then use the questions in each box to guide your thinking. Record in this form or on your own!
National Archive Source Analysis Tool
Here you'll find a collection of PDF worksheets to guide your thinking. Start by choosing the correct FORMAT of your source (make sure it is for secondary students!) and then complete by printing out or re-creating to record the information about your source!
Podcasts!
Whether you're looking for specific information OR are just interested in learning about the past, podcasts can be a great way to get information. Below, you can find some podcasts that have excellent episodes just waiting for you to listen to!
"The past is never past. Every headline has a history. Join us every week as we go back in time to understand the present. These are stories you can feel and sounds you can see from the moments that shaped our world."
"An audio series on how slavery has transformed America, connecting past and present through the oldest form of storytelling."
"Ever think there’s more to history than meets the eye? Or wondered how your ancestors experienced their own current events? There’s the history you had to learn, and the history you want to learn. That’s where BackStory comes in."
"15 Minute History is a history podcast designed for historians, enthusiasts, and newbies alike. "