Teacher Toolkit
What is NHD?
National History Day is an inquiry-based learning program that supports disciplinary skills in the classroom when they choose a topic in history to fit the yearly theme.
History Day projects allow students to learn independence along with critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They will utilize research and reading skills all while developing self-esteem and confidence.
National History Day is a year-long academic program focused on historical research, interpretation and creative expression for 6th- to 12th-grade students.
By participating in NHD, students become writers, filmmakers, Web designers, playwrights and artists as they create unique contemporary expressions of history. The experience culminates in a series of contests at the local and state levels and an annual national competition in the nation’s capital in June.
National History Day provides everything teachers need to bring students on an unforgettable learning adventure that integrates with—and enhances—standards-based curriculum. With sample topics, a guide to conducting historical research in the classroom, lesson plans and more, the flexible NHD program teaches, prepares and inspires.
National History Day not only transports classrooms back in time during the school year, it transforms young minds forever.
History Day projects allow students to learn independence along with critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They will utilize research and reading skills all while developing self-esteem and confidence.
National History Day is a year-long academic program focused on historical research, interpretation and creative expression for 6th- to 12th-grade students.
By participating in NHD, students become writers, filmmakers, Web designers, playwrights and artists as they create unique contemporary expressions of history. The experience culminates in a series of contests at the local and state levels and an annual national competition in the nation’s capital in June.
National History Day provides everything teachers need to bring students on an unforgettable learning adventure that integrates with—and enhances—standards-based curriculum. With sample topics, a guide to conducting historical research in the classroom, lesson plans and more, the flexible NHD program teaches, prepares and inspires.
National History Day not only transports classrooms back in time during the school year, it transforms young minds forever.
Why NHD?
NHD students outperform their non-NHD peers on state standardized tests in multiple subjects, including reading, science and math, as well as social studies.
NHD students are better writers, who write with a purpose and real voice, and marshal solid evidence to support their point of view. NHD has a positive impact among students whose interest in academic subjects may wane in high school. Among Black and Hispanic students, NHD students outperform non-NHD students, posting higher performance assessment scores and levels of interest and skills.
Compared to non-NHD boys and to all girls, boys participating in NHD reported significantly higher levels of interest in history, civic engagement, and confidence in research skills, on both pre- and post-surveys.
Visit NHD Works for more details for why NHD is a great addition to your classroom.
NHD students are better writers, who write with a purpose and real voice, and marshal solid evidence to support their point of view. NHD has a positive impact among students whose interest in academic subjects may wane in high school. Among Black and Hispanic students, NHD students outperform non-NHD students, posting higher performance assessment scores and levels of interest and skills.
Compared to non-NHD boys and to all girls, boys participating in NHD reported significantly higher levels of interest in history, civic engagement, and confidence in research skills, on both pre- and post-surveys.
Visit NHD Works for more details for why NHD is a great addition to your classroom.
Theme Information
Breaking Barriers in History
Creating an NHD Project
Research Assistance
Student Handouts
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Organizing School Contest
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