This resource provides an engaging overview of how to approach historical inquiry as a form of detective work. It outlines fundamental concepts such as evidence and narrative, illustrating how historians use clues to construct stories of the past. Additionally, it emphasizes the interconnectedness of objects and events in history, encouraging students to explore the lineage of everyday items. The resource distinguishes between past events—simple facts—and history, which involves interpreting and understanding the significance of those events. It challenges students to think critically about the nature of history and invites them to become historians by questioning and investigating the world around them, with practical activities throughout.