Student Instructions
Essential Question: What is a primary source? How do events in history lead to the creation of a primary source?
I can retell the events that led to the creation of a primary source.
1. Click the ▶️ icon to learn about a primary source.
2. Click the button to watch the
story about how an event in history became a primary source.
3. Use the
tools to show one thing
you learned or thought was
important in the story.
4. Tap on the
and record to
explain what you drew and why.
5. Click
to submit your work.
Teacher Notes (not visible to students)
Wisconsin History Standards: Standard SS.Hist4: Wisconsin students will evaluate a variety of primary and secondary sources to interpret the historical context, intended audience, purpose, or author’s point of view (Historical Methodology). SS.Hist4.a.e Describe the events that led to the creation of a primary source. SS.Hist4.b.e Identify the intended audience for whom the primary or secondary source was created. Modified Jessica Solon's lesson about Fireboat.