Three Objects, One Story: Primary Source Analysis

Grade Level

Elementary, High, Middle

Time Period

Across All Time Periods

Theme

Primary Source Analysis

Resource Type

Lesson Plan, Primary Source

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

  • How can we use stories to connect with others and make the past relevant?
  • How do we use objects to tell stories?

OBJECTIVE

Students will examine how museums use inquiry-based object analysis to tell stories about particular time periods, people or themes.

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