Primary Source Packet: Objects of the Fur Trade

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Use primary sources in your classroom to analyze objects from the North American Fur Trade.

The Objects of the Fur Trade Primary Source Packet familiarizes students and teachers with historical objects. Photographs of objects in the packet and the corresponding guiding questions provide an avenue for integrating objects into history curriculum. The objects featured relate to the North American fur trade, but the questions and activities can be applied to any type of historical object.

Packet Contents

• 22 photographs of primary sources objects, including tools, weapons, personal items.
• Teacher's Guide with context, discussion questions, activity suggestions