E. Bibliographic Aids. Large libraries have a wide range of bibliographies that may help students find sources for a given topic. Books on a subject often have footnotes and bibliographies that can lead them to other sources. Libraries are becoming computerized and some may be able to give them a printout of sources on their topic and where they are located. Since school library budgets are limited, they might consider asking their librarian to focus on a few useful historical bibliographies.
Vast leeway is given with regard to student use of material for school projects.
A. Remember, the student must make the decisions and do the work. Teachers, parents, and others are merely advisors and coaches. Be sure that their parents do not do the actual work for them. If you are new to History Day, don't hesitate to call the State Coordinator or someone else you know who has had experience with History Day. The National History Day Contest Guide is the authority on contest rules.