Social Studies Resources
The use of primary sources and other documents should be an integral part of a social studies program. Students should learn how to analyze historical documents and prepare essays and reports that describe different perspectives on various historical issues, events, and questions. An important resource for teachers to use as they incorporate documents into their instructional programs is Consider the Source: Historical Records in the Classroom (State Archives and Records Administration), available from the Publications Sales Desk (518-474-3806). Additional documents can be found on a number of websites including the following:*
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