Genealogy For Kids: Start Them Early!
In our "instant gratification" world, kids want only what they need to satisfy their "wants" today; well, maybe tomorrow. BUT, the past! Well it's the past and that's usually where our children want to keep it. After all, what's the point in learning about people who are already dead?
Here we will explore how we can get our kids interested in family history and genealogy with references to resources which can be used by parents.
Family History Research - Child Detectives
"An Initial Video To Get You Started"
Family History Research - Child Detectives
Tracing your genealogy and researching your family tree can be an enjoyable activity for your children and you to do together. An easy way to get started with putting together a family tree or other family history project is to begin with what you already know - A blank family information sheet can be downloaded from http://www.genealogyjunction.com/family-information-sheets.htm
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Home-Made Family Tree by Sandra Ross
The "Interest" Problem
How Do We Create Interest?
Age Appropriate Interest Builders
On the other hand a 10-12 year old might be fascinated by the video below showing three generations of the family as they are morphed from one to the other. This is good to show how similar in appearance family members really are.
You will best know what interests your child at different ages since you are sharing all of their daily experiences with them. With the proper resources, you will be able to both encourage and teach them about their family history.
The key is to go at a pace which reflects their growing interest. I will give various books, videos, and internet links below to aid you in acquiring the necessary tools to interest and teach your children
Lion King Family Tree
I'm My Own Grandpa (Country Genealogy 101)
"Mommy, Where did I come from?"
The Question Parents Fear to Hear!
"Mommy, Where Did I Come From?"
Maybe a simple answer outlining ancestry might get you off the hook the first time. It's always worth a try. At any rate, it gives you an opening to create a little interest early in family history.
What Will I Become, Mommy?
"Create An Instant Interest By A Family "Morphing" Video
The "Knowledge" Problem
Where Can We Get Genealogical Resources For Kids?
Family History and Genealogy For Kids Books.
More Books On Children and Genealogy
Other Internet Resources on Children and Genealogy
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Flat Stanley's Family Tree From RootsTelevision.Com
The following video is an example done for children by a professional genealogist.
Flat Stanley's Family Tree
Join Flat Stanley as he explores his family tree at the National Archives and Colonial Williamsburg, with the help of genealogist Megan Smolenyak. He also manages a quick visit to San Francisco. To view this and other free roots-related videos online, visit us at www.rootstelevision.com
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41 Years of Aging
41 Years in 60 Seconds (1966 - 2007)
Subject mater not up to much (it's me basically) but the Morphing effect worked out OK. I used dusty old school photographs that I scanned, cropped and resized and a couple of recent digital pics for the last few seconds. The software I used is called 'Fantamorph Pro' which is quite simple to use (I made this within 4 hours of downloading the software) Pete
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Fetching RSS feed... please stand byGenealogy Defined
Genealogy (from Greek: , ', "generation"; and , ', "knowledge") is the study of families and the tracing of their lineages and history. Genealogists use oral traditions, historical records, genetic analysis, and other records to obtain information about a family and to demonstrate kinship and pedigrees of its members. The results are often displayed in charts or written as narratives.
Some scholars differentiate between genealogy and family history, limiting genealogy to an account of kinship, while using "family history" to denote the provision of additional details about lives and historical context.
Category: Image - :900-158 Ahnentafel Herzog Ludwig.jpg|thumb|400px|The family tree of Image: [(Württemberg)|Herzog Ludwig I of Württemberg (ruled 1568-1593)]+:de:Ludwig (Württemberg)+|Herzog Ludwig I of Württemberg (ruled 1568-1593)+Herzog Ludwig I of Württemberg (ruled 1568-1593)
Family History Defined
Family history is the systematic narrative and research of past events relating to a specific family, or specific families.
Category: Image - :Lineage scroll of Mary Fane.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Example of a family tree, c1809
Tips On Teaching Kids Genealogy & Family History!
"It's Your Turn Now"
I've got the ball rolling.
Now, I want to hear from you. I want you to list your ideas and suggestions as to how to teach "our" kids genealogy and family history.
The slate is blank, write on it. Everyone is welcome to share!
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- Pastiche Pastiche Sep 23, 2009 @ 9:38 am
- I've been working on a family tree for my kids and grandkids ... this is a great lens to get kids interested in their roots. I love the child's hand drawn family tree picture, and the photo morph video. Congrats on your well-deserved purple star.
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- Joan4 Joan4 Sep 18, 2009 @ 8:02 pm
- Yes, yes, as Ohme said, this is super for our family reunions and others, too. Congratulations on your purple star! Well deserved!
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- pkmcr pkmcr Sep 14, 2009 @ 12:34 am
- This is a really fantastic resource for getting kids interested in what can seem at times a very dry subject! I especially like the idea about parents getting their kids interested in the Lion King Family History.
Well done on a brilliant lens!
Take care
Paul
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- Merlyn63 Merlyn63 Apr 9, 2009 @ 4:53 am
- Really nice lens, I have been involved with our Local Heritage Centre for many years and we have always believed in promoting the past and our heritage to the kids, so it makes sense to do the same with Family History. Gonna recommend this lens.
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- LadySquid LadySquid Apr 6, 2009 @ 5:22 pm
- Awesome lens! The earlier you start kids to be interested in genealogy, the more chance there is of the family history being preserved for future generations. Great job!
Stephanie at the Research Your Family Tree lens-stop by and see us!
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