Documentary Category

Documentary

Documentaries are great for students who like to work with computers and multimedia. After you research, you will write a script and find illustrations and multimedia to create a mini-film about your topic. If you don't have access to video editing software at home, be sure to check with your teacher about what is available through your school. The most common software used is iMovie, Windows MovieMaker, or Final Cut Pro. History Day has some WeVideo licenses available for schools to use. 

Documentaries can be created individually or in a group. Below are some resources to help you with your Documentary:

• Documentary Making Tips (PDF)

• Documentary Organization (PDF)

• "Tootsie Roll" Worksheet (PDF) (Google Doc)

• Laura Zeccardi Sample Documentary Storyboard (PDF)

• Documentary Storyboard Template (PDF) (Google Doc)

• Documentary Judge Evaluation Form (PDF)

• Documentary-Specific Rules (PDF)

• Documentary rule summary (PDF)

• Sample Documentary Projects

• WeVideo Tutorial Videos