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- 10-21-2011
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- First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade, Fifth grade
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Can teaching with primary sources like photographs, manuscripts, maps, and historic sheet music engage young learners? Skeptics might argue: “Historical materials are boring… There is too much text… The vocabulary is difficult… Students won’t understand the history.” However, current research, teacher testimonials, and personal experience indicate that primary sources can bring history alive for elementary students. This resource discusses how and why to use primary sources in your classroom.
Can teaching with primary sources like photographs, manuscripts, maps, and historic sheet music engage young learners? Skeptics might argue: “Historical materials are boring… There is too much text… The vocabulary is difficult… Students won’t understand the history.” However, current research, teacher testimonials, and personal experience indicate that primary sources can bring history alive for elementary students. This resource discusses how and why to use primary sources in your classroom.
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First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade, Fifth grade
Primary Sources and Elementary Students
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