Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create and understand your own family tree.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Colored pencils or markers
• Photos or drawings of family members (optional)

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Create your own family tree:

Start by drawing a large tree on a piece of paper. Then, add branches to represent different generations of your family. Begin with yourself at the bottom and work your way up. Don't forget to include your parents, grandparents, and any siblings or cousins you may have.

2. Interview family members:

Take the opportunity to interview your family members and ask them about their own family history. Find out about your ancestors, where they came from, and any interesting stories they may have. You can write down their answers or record them if you have a device that allows it.

3. Share your family tree:

Once you have completed your family tree, share it with your family members. You can present it during a family gathering or even create a digital version to share online. Explain the different branches and connections, and let your family members contribute any additional information they may have.

Talking Points

• Family trees help us understand our family history.
• Each person in our family has their own branch on the tree.
• We start with ourselves at the bottom and work our way up to older generations.
• Our parents are our first generation, and our grandparents are the second generation.
• Ask your family members about their parents and grandparents to learn more about your family history.
• Family trees can be shared with others to help them understand our family connections.
• By creating a family tree, we can see how we are all connected and learn more about our heritage.