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NHD 2022: Topic Selection, Research, Sources & More

October 7, 2021 by PSN Leave a Comment

We have compiled a big list of resources to help you dig deep into National History Day projects. Understanding NHD Projects Be sure to read the NHD 2022 rule book carefully! You should also check out this YouTube rules video playlist to review general rules for all NHD project categories, as well as category-specific rules. Explore the categories. Click the orange buttons to learn more about each category. Documentary project checklist evaluation form Ask an NEH … [Read more...]

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NHD 2021: Topic Selection, Research, Sources & More

September 22, 2020 by PSN Leave a Comment

For this year's topic selection resources and curated sets of primary sources, click here. The graphic above from the Chicago Metro History Fair (CMHF) is a great encapsulation of how to choose a topic for a history fair project. In addition, ask yourself the questions listed below. Does the topic relate to the 2021 National History Day (NHD) theme Communication in History: The Key to Understanding? Does the topic relate to local or state history? Does the topic really interest … [Read more...]

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NHD 2022: Topic Selection, Research, Sources & More

NHD 2021: Topic Selection, Research, Sources & More

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