An introduction to using primary sources for year eight students; also used as stimulus for a research project about Antarctica explorers and exploration.

1. Analysing Primary Sources.

2. www.ergo.slv.vic.gov.au Copy and paste your given primary source into a word document Insert text boxes around your image Use the SEE, THINK, Wonder process to analyse your source

3. SEE – we see – wooden boards THINK – we think it is the decking of a boat WONDER – we wonder what type of boat it is SEE – we see a flat seal THINK – we think it is a seal skin WONDER – we wonder if it was hunted

9. Feels like – imagine you are there – what physical and emotional responses might you have? Sounds like – imagine you were there – what sounds might you hear? Looks like – describe the background, setting, surroundings etc

11. Take summary notes in your own words

12. Consider how your information will be presented

13. Some key words to give you a hint about the context of these sources: Antarctica; exploration; explorers.