History Fair
History Fair Research
There are many sources you can use for history fair research.
Use the links below to begin the research process:
Different Sources in Which You Can Find Information:
1) Books
a) WMS Library - To search for books in the WMS library, click on the WMS OPAC link on the left side of this page.
b) Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library - To search for books in the public library, go to www.alisweb.org Be sure to choose Hewlett-Woodmere from the drop down box that says "View All Libraries". You can also use Advanced Search to choose books from the children's room only.
2) Databases:
a)World Book Online:
username: hewlett
password: (see Mrs. Walsh)
b) SIRS Issues Researcher, Discoverer, and Decades
username: woodmere11
password: (see Mrs. Walsh)
c) Hewlett Woodmere Public Library Databases
https://www.hwpl.org/kids/children-student-databases/
3) Websites:
Primary Sources: Here are some sites through which you can search for primary sources -
You Must Also Write an Annotated Bibliography
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For the History Fair, you must write an annotated bibliography, which is a bibliography that explains why each source was useful to you.
- For the History Fair, you must separate your bibliography into two sections: Primary Sources and Secondary Sources.
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Here is an example of an Annotated Bibliography
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To make your bibliography, use www.noodletools.com Use Google login and use your school Google account.
For more help with the History Fair, visit the library during extra help, or get a pass to come in during recess!