Mrs. Coker
Welcome to your National History Day Resource Page
From this page you can access four types of resources:
books at RHS
RHS databases
recommended websites
Noodletools
Books at RHS:
History books are typically found in the 900s; however, you may also find books in the 300s as well as a few others.
Click here to go to the catalog of books at RHS.
RHS Databases:
When you're not at school, usernames, passwords, and links to most databases are found at the RHS Student Resources Canvas Page.
Click here to access all RHS Databses.
Here are some databases you might want to check out:
A great place to start your research-- from EBSCO host
The above databases are a great place to start if your research is US based.
These databases are a great fit, especially if your topic is somewhat recent.
They feature articles/essays on topics that are controversial in nature.
SIRS contains several databases, including Government Reporter and Issues Researcher (pro/con issues).
Get Help from NHD Experts:
Event: Maximize your History Day Research! Where: Savage Library When: 10/18, 6:30 pm; 10/22, 10 AM
Assigned a National History Day project? Our research experts teach you their tips and tools. Meet history day judges, and learn strategies to locate sources. Ages 11-17, with parents.
Registration is required. Register online or by calling 410.313.0760.
Event: One on One Assitance - Do you need help with your NHD project? Meet with a HCLS Research Specialist for an hour of assistance-- develop a topic, find primary/secondary sources, and more!
Where: Glenwood- 401.31.5577 Milller- 410.313.1950 You must call to schedule a time!
NHD Official Website:
The NHD website includes a section "For Students" which lists many great resources as well as primary/secondary sources on the web.
Among them are the Library of Congress website and National Archives website, both recommended by your teacher.
Other Helpful Websites:
Check out the site above for American newspapers from 1836-1922.
It's mission is to "facilitate the digitization and digital exhibition of the historical and cultural documents, images, audio, and video held by Maryland institutions." (Digital Maryland)
The Howard County Public Libraries have a multitude of book/awesome electronic sources that we don't have here at RHS.
Click here to access the homepage of the Howard County Public Libraries.
Just a reminder that you do need a library barcode to use databases, reserve, or check out materials.
A Word about Research:
We HIGHLY recommend Noodletools as a way to organize your project.
You can make your annotated bibliography, notecards, outlines, and even write your paper using Google Drive to integrate with Noodletools.
It's a great resource for NHD and your other classes as well! Click below to use it!
If you're working with a partner or group for this project, you might want to use GAFE.
This way, you and your partner(s) can work on the same document or presentation at the same time!
Click the image above to log in to your GAFE account.