Source Scramble

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 build historical comprehension, sequencing skills, analytical thinking, and civic understanding through a structured activity based on the Mayflower Compact. By examining four paraphrased statements and placing them in the correct order, learners reconstruct the logic and purpose of the agreement, strengthening their grasp of how early colonial governance was formed.

Key Learning Objectives

• Primary Source Understanding (Grades 4-6) – Analyze paraphrased ideas drawn from the Mayflower Compact
• Sequencing & Structure – Arrange statements to reflect the logical order of the agreement
• Colonial Governance Concepts – Understand ideas of cooperation, shared beliefs, and fair lawmaking
• Historical Reasoning – Explain why the Pilgrims needed an agreement before starting their colony

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper elementary social studies and ELA standards
• Text Reordering Practice – Strengthens comprehension by focusing on structure, not just facts
• Bonus Writing Prompt – Encourages reflection on historical purpose and significance
• Flexible Use – Suitable for classwork, review, assessment, or homeschool instruction
• Accessible Format – Clear directions support independent and guided learning

This Source Scramble worksheet helps students move beyond memorization by analyzing how the Mayflower Compact was organized and why its ideas mattered. Through sequencing and short written explanation, learners strengthen comprehension of early self-government, cooperation, and fair rule-making. It’s a no-prep, engaging resource for classroom and homeschool settings focused on building strong foundations in early American history and analytical reading skills.

This worksheet is part of our Mayflower Compact Worksheets collection.