This module is for Grades: 8-12 Welcome

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In the following activities, you will learn the difference between a primary source and a secondary source and identify examples of each type. You will also make connections between the primary and secondary sources Jasmine chooses for her research project on the life of Harriet Tubman.

Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

  • Define a primary source and a secondary source.
  • Recognize the difference between a primary and a secondary historical source.
  • Explain your choice of primary and secondary sources for a research project.