A history article is nonfiction that tells about real people and real events from the past. History articles often use text features like realia, maps, and primary source text. Primary sources are actual documents or items that have survived from the past.

real people The Spanish plucked golden statues from temples.

They melted down the statues …

Realia are objects that are real.

Real objects, like realia, maps, and primary source documents, help readers understand what life was like in the past.

As you read, remember to ask questions about the text. Then look for the answers.