Lesson 1: Primary Source? What is That? (9-12)
Handout 1

Primary Sources

Some examples:

Write a one-sentence description of how someone could use, read or look at each of the following as a primary source for information.

• Diaries

• Scrapbooks

• Sketchbooks

• Interviews

• Pamphlets

• Letters

• Documents

• Speeches

• Photographs

• Clothing

• Toys

• Furniture

• Buildings

• Public opinion polls

• Surveys

• Audio recordings

• Video recording

• Art