Help students identify and analyze the key characteristics of the three most common types of news articles.

Help students identify relevant evidence, and give them an opportunity to practice evidence selection with their peers and as a class.

Lead students in a critical analysis of an image that enhances their observational, interpretive, and critical thinking skills.

Use a graphic organizer to help students analyze a historical document and determine its perspective or bias.

Teach students to carefully read material by having them underline key words, write margin notes, and summarize main ideas.