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NHD is an education program designed to help students to engage in history by designing and completing original research on a topic of interest. The topic students choose should relate to the Annual Theme, which differs from year to year. Nearly one million students participate nationwide. New Hampshire's program has been hosted by Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH since 2003.
Students work as individuals or collaborative groups of 2-5, to research and present their historical analysis in one of five categories; Paper, Exhibit, Documentary, Performance, or Web Site. The organization of these pairings is entirely up to the discretion of the participating teacher or school. Every school organizes it differently. Plymouth State will host the NH state competition stage of this process.
NHDNH is part of NHD-- a national program that involves thousands of students across the country. Click Here to go to the NHD website, or Here to see the NHDNH affiliate page.
Each year the theme changes. Dissecting the theme is important. You can do it however you want. What's important is that you break down the theme to the theme and ensure your topic relates. Check out this years theme by clicking on the button below. Then complete the Theme Organizer.
Students work as individuals or collaborative groups of 2-5, to research and present their historical analysis in one of five categories; Paper, Exhibit, Documentary, Performance, or Web Site. The organization of these pairings is entirely up to the discretion of the participating teacher or school. Every school organizes it differently. Plymouth State will host the NH state competition stage of this process.
NHDNH is part of NHD-- a national program that involves thousands of students across the country. Click Here to go to the NHD website, or Here to see the NHDNH affiliate page.
Each year the theme changes. Dissecting the theme is important. You can do it however you want. What's important is that you break down the theme to the theme and ensure your topic relates. Check out this years theme by clicking on the button below. Then complete the Theme Organizer.
1. TopicFor the NHD suggested topics list go to www.nhd.org and click on this year's theme.
For a topics list on women in history, click here. 2. Summary
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3. Video Check-In
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4. Book Report (extra credit)
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Go to Amazon.com to search for books. Look for a book that is not just a biography but a narrative. This may be more interesting.
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5. Annotated Bibliography
Where is your research going? What are your research questions? Complete the pre-research packet.
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What's a good source? How do you know if it's reliable? These charts can help, but best Make Your Own and use your own analysis skills. Grow in your digital literacy. Click Here.
Build your research portfolio with an Annotated Bibliography.
How? Instructions and an example of the Annotated Bibliography format can be found in this document:
How? Instructions and an example of the Annotated Bibliography format can be found in this document:
Click Here for links and information about citation!
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6. Bucket and Thesis Development
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7. Outline
8. Video Check In
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9. Interview an Expert (extra credit)
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10. Project
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Choosing a Category
There are five categories in which you can compete: Documentary, Exhibit, Paper, Performance, and Website. Simply put, your research should determine your category selection-- not the other way around. Obviously, you are going to be drawn to a category that meets your personal strengths and presentation style. But we also encourage you to pick your category based on the type of resources you find through your research. For example…. Consider this...You have chosen the Willey family as your topic. Perhaps you are exploring White Mountain History and learn about the Willey Family that died in a freak landslide. Which category would it be best to show your research in? Here are some guidelines for choosing a category:
During the pandemic, the final presentation of your project is a bit different. Click Here to see how.
Warning: Many students think that the Exhibit category will be "easier." This category is often the most competitive and features some extraordinary art, building, and creativity. Below are examples of exhibits from past competition.
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