Resources

E komo mai to Hawaiʻi History Day Resources pages for teachers, students, and judges. In these pages you can find more information about our program and how to participate. You can also learn about different research strategies, as well as various pedagogical tools for teaching history with a variety of age groups.

These general resources are a good place to start for anyone interested in Hawai’i History Day. Through the links below, you will find information on our 2025-2026 History Day theme. Check back here regularly to keep up to date, as we will be updating this section with new information!

Judge Resources

Student resources

Teacher Resources

New Kickoff Materials for 2025-2026–Updates, Reminders, and Resources: Unpacking Thesis and Theme

We are excited to offer new kickoff materials for 2026. In the video below, see Devin, Director of Hawaiʻi History Day, give some updates and reminders for the coming year.

Then, check out our two-part video series, Unpacking Thesis and Theme, presented by Bob Buss. In this series, Bob, former Executive Director of Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities and longtime History Day judge and supporter, shares and for useful tips and examples in developing a thesis. Note that some examples contain mature themes.

Some Reminders on Your History Day Project...

Lastly, see this video by History Day Volunteer and Curriculum Specialist, Dorian Langi, who presents reminders for students during the research process.

Hear her tips and important advice in this short video!

General Resources

Theme Resources
This year, the theme for History Day is “Revolution, Reaction, and Reform in History.” For more details on the theme for this year, see the 2025–2026 theme description.