Source Sorter

Worksheet Description

This worksheet introduces students to the concept of primary and secondary sources. It provides five examples, including letters, diary entries, photographs, textbook excerpts, and modern articles. For each example, students must determine whether it is a primary or secondary source and explain their reasoning. The activity builds understanding by requiring students to justify their choices in complete sentences.

Completing this worksheet helps students strengthen their critical thinking and reasoning skills. By analyzing different types of documents, they practice distinguishing between firsthand evidence and later interpretations. This builds a strong foundation for historical inquiry, research projects, and source evaluation. Over time, these skills improve comprehension, accuracy in analysis, and confidence in handling historical evidence.