Teacher Resources

Teachers, librarians, and advisors are the greatest resource to improve the teaching and learning of history. National History Day’s high-quality classroom resources, professional development opportunities, and guidance are here to support your efforts to teach research skills and advise NHD students.

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Classroom Tools

Lessons for teaching a variety of content areas, developed by teachers for teachers.

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Courses

Virtual programs providing professional development for teachers.

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Institutes

Annual opportunities for student-teacher teams to study history in hands-on ways.

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Teaching Research Skills

Resources to improve the teaching and learning of research skills.

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Advising NHD Students

Guidance for teachers to successfully advise students through the NHD contest process.

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Teacher of the Year

Nominate yourself for the Teacher of the Year Award.

2025 Teacher of the Year Award Winners

Nominate yourself or an outstanding NHD teacher for the 2026 Teacher of the Year Award! Nominations are due January 5, 2026.

Click here for eligibility criteria and to access the nomination form

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