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Family History Forms

Note on fillable PDFs: Many of our forms have been designed as fillable PDFs. To use the fillable functionality, right click on the title and choose "Save link as" or "Save target as." Once you've saved the file, you can open it with Adobe Reader and fill in the form.

• Six-Generation Chart (PDF, 443K) - simple six-generation family history chart
• Four-Generation Chart (PDF, 317K) - simple four-generation family history chart
• Family Unit Chart (PDF, 149K) - two-page chart to detail two spouses and their children
• Individual Worksheet (PDF, 195K) - worksheet to serve as a guide for biographical information about an individual
• Extended Family Chart (PDF, 518K) - track your distant family relations including those who are "removed"
• Research Checklist (PDF, 61K) - checklist for research on an individual
• Research Log (PDF, 206K) - log for recording research completed or planned research
• Family Tree Coloring Sheet (PDF, 872KB) - family tree coloring sheet
• My Family History (PDF, 2.2MB) - simple three-generation family tree for children

Census Forms

• Census Data Information 1790-1950 (PDF, 169K)
• 1790 Blank Census Form (PDF, 239K)
• 1800 Blank Census Form (PDF, 281K)
• 1810 Blank Census Form (PDF, 278K)
• 1820 Blank Census Form (PDF, 377K)
• 1830 Blank Census Form (PDF, 319K)
• 1840 Blank Census Form (PDF, 370K)
• 1850 Blank Census Form (PDF, 236K)
• 1860 Blank Census Form (PDF, 289K)
• 1870 Blank Census Form (PDF, 391K)
• 1880 Blank Census Form (PDF, 263K)
• 1890 Blank Census Form (PDF, 552K)
• 1900 Blank Census Form (PDF, 272K)
• 1910 Blank Census Form (PDF, 307K)
• 1920 Blank Census Form (PDF, 328K)
• 1930 Blank Census Form (PDF, 310K)
• 1940 Blank Census Form (PDF, 311K)
• 1950 Blank Census Form (PDF, 575K)

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Essential Family Tree Forms

Description

You’ll Love This If…

• You like using lists to stay organized
• You need tools to help you track family facts, research requests and genealogy progress
• You want the option to type in and save your genealogy forms

Contains over 115 type-and-save worksheets, templates and checklists!

Don’t lose track of your family tree discoveries! Use the genealogy worksheets, templates and checklists in this download to organize family facts and keep tabs on your genealogy progress.Each letter-size PDF form is enhanced so you can type directly in the file and save your work. Or simply print blank forms to fill in by hand. You’ll research more efficiently with this ultimate collection of genealogy forms at your fingertips!

System Requirements

The Essential Family Tree Forms is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. All the forms in this download are PDF files viewable with the free Adobe Reader software. Saving typed information within the forms requires Adobe Reader X or a newer version.

The Essential Family Tree Forms contains the following genealogy forms: Basic Genealogy Forms

• Five-Generation Ancestor Chart
• Family Group Sheet
• Relationship Chart
• Ancestor Research Worksheet
• Getting Started Checklist
• Records Checklist
• Surname Variant Chart
• Surname Worksheet
• Adoptive Family Tree
• Stepfamily Tree
• Source List
• Source Documentation Guide

Online Research Helps

• Account Login Tracker
• Ancestor Worksheet: Online Searches
• Online Search Tracker
• Ancestry.com Research Checklist for US Ancestors
• Ancestry.com Research Checklist for Canadian and UK Ancestors

Vital-Records Worksheets

• Research Checklist: Birth Information
• Birth Information Tracker
• Birth Record Worksheet
• Research Checklist: Death Information
• Death Information Tracker
• Death Record Worksheet
• Research Checklist: Marriage and Divorce Information
• Marriage Information Tracker
• Marriage Index

Census Worksheets

• US Census Questions at a Glance
• Census Checklist
• US Census Worksheet: Family Snapshot
• 1790 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1800 and 1810 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1820 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1830 and 1840 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1850 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1860 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1870 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1880 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1900 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1910 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1920 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1930 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1940 Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1841 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1851 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1861 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1871 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1881 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1891 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1901 UK Census Extraction Worksheet
• 1911 UK Census Extraction Worksheet

Immigrant Research Forms

• Immigration Information Tracker
• Immigrant Ancestor Worksheet
• Customs List 1821-1882
• Customs List 1883-1897
• Passenger List 1897-1903
• Passenger List 1903-1907
• Passenger List 1907-1913
• Passenger List 1913-1917
• Passenger List 1917-1942
• Ancestral Village Worksheet
• Naturalization Record Extraction Worksheet: Declaration of Intention
• Naturalization Record Extraction Worksheet: Petition for Naturalization

Other Records Worksheets

• Tombstone/Cemetery Transcription Form
• Land Records Worksheet
• Deed Index: Grantees
• Deed Index: Grantors
• Burned Courthouse Inventory
• Tax Records Worksheet
• Obituary Worksheet and Extraction Form
• City Directories Worksheet
• Home Sources Checklist
• Military Records Checklist
• Military Pension Records Worksheet
• Military Draft Records Worksheet

Research Logs

• Five-Step Research Plan Worksheet
• Research Journal
• Research Calendar
• Research Log
• Family Correspondence Log
• Note-Taking Form: Filing by Surname
• Note-Taking Form: Filing by Couple or Family Group

Story and Tradition Forms

• Family Tradition Recorder
• Oral History Interview Worksheet
• Family Interview Sheet

Photo and Heirloom Forms

• Family Archive Inventory
• Heirloom Inventory Form
• Heirloom Tracker
• Photo Inventory Form
• Photo-Identification Worksheet
• Family Recipe Card
• Photo-Management Software Comparison Worksheet
• Cloud Storage Service Comparison Worksheet
• Heirloom Photo Inventory and Digitizing Checklist
• Heirloom Photo Inventory Form
• Online Photo Service Comparison Worksheet
• Archival Supplies Shopping Worksheet
• Family Archive Sorting and Organizing Worksheet

Research Trip Aids

• Research Repository Worksheet
• Research Trip Packing List
• Research Trip Budget Worksheet
• Source Citation Worksheet
• Genealogy Conference Planning Worksheet

File-Organizing Worksheets

• Table of Contents for Files
• File-Naming Template/Cheat Sheet
• Genealogist’s Research Binder Cover Sheet
• File Contents: Filing by Surname
• File Contents: Filing by Couple/Family Group
• Digital Assets Codicil
• Genealogical Codicil

Research Analysis Worksheets

• Ancestor Timeline
• Biographical Outline
• Parent Names Tracker
• Cluster Research Worksheet
• Brick Wall Worksheet
• DNA Cousin Matches Worksheet #1
• DNA Cousin Matches Worksheet #2
• Living Relative Worksheet

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Free Printable Genealogy Forms used in Research

Free charts and forms.

We have free charts and forms and  blank census documents available for download. Blank charts and forms can be used to help you organize your research, and blank census forms can make it easier to see the format and column headings for various census years.

Since the end result of your research efforts will be to compile complete, correct and connected families, the use of family group sheets from the beginning will make the compilation much easier.

Each piece of information concerning a pedigree ancestor and his/her family is placed on a worksheet.

You must have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to view these forms. If you do not have Acrobat Reader installed you can download it for free now .

Print Free Blank Charts Ancestry

Blank ancestral chart.

Download or Print Free Blank Ancestral Chart

An ancestor chart records the ancestors from whom you directly descend–those for whom you intend to compile a complete and correct family unit. It shows at a glance the progress you have made towards this goal and what remains to be done.

Blank Ancestral Chart is provided free from Ancestry.

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Blank Research Calendar Chart

Download or Print Research Calendar

The research calendar gives an account of every record source you have searched and serves as a reminder of what you have already done and where you have found pertinent information.

Blank Research Calendar Chart is provided free from Ancestry.

Blank Research Extract Chart

Blank correspondence record chart.

Blank Correspondence Record is provided free from Ancestry.

Blank Family Group Sheet Chart

Blank Family Group Sheet Chart is provided free from Ancestry.

Blank Source Summary Chart

Keep a separate source summary of information found for each family group.

Blank Source Summary Chart is provided free from Ancestry.

Download or Print U.S. & U.K. Census Forms

If you’re experiencing difficulty finding your family in a census, record information about your family’s neighbors on a blank census sheet and locate them in different census records. When you find them, look for members of your family in the census record image itself.

This can help you find people whose names may have been transcribed incorrectly or omitted from a transcription.

• US 1790 Census Form
• US 1800 Census Form
• US 1810 Census Form
• US 1820 Census Form
• US 1830 Census Form
• US 1840 Census Form
• US 1850 Census Form
• US 1860 Census Form
• US 1870 Census Form
• Download US 1880 Census Form
• Download US 1890 Census Form
• Download US 1900 Census Form
• Download US 1910 Census Form
• Download US 1920 Census Form
• Download US 1930 Census Form
• Download 1850 Slave Schedule Form
• Download 1860 Slave Schedule Form
• US 1890 Veterans Schedule Form
• UK 1841 Census Form
• UK 1851 Census Form
• UK 1861 Census Form
• UK 1871 Census Form
• UK 1881 Census Form
• UK 1891 Census Form
• UK 1901 Census Form

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Grab the FREE Essential Ancestor Discovery Worksheet

The Ancestor Discovery Worksheet is the next evolution of my multi-page, multi-purpose genealogy worksheet. It’s design to be an at-a-glance resource that makes it easy to create ancestor profiles.

• It’s a  snapshot  (to capture the details of your ancestor’s life)
• A  tracker  (see what you’ve done and decide what to do next)
• A  checklist  (know what to look for and track your progress)

Use the worksheet to:

• capture basic details (such as birth, death and marriage)
• record details of the previous and next generation
• monitor DNA connections
• track where your ancestor lived, worked and travelled
• show where you’ve looked and what to look for next

Add it to your genealogy toolkit to find out how much it will help you track down and keep track of your ancestors!

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I’m a graphic designer, passionate family history enthusiast . I’ve been drafting (and re-drafting) my family trees since the genealogy bug bit me back in 1990.

When I “discovered” graphic design a few years after that, I began branding my family history research and creating visual, custom keepsakes to share my discoveries.

I’m here to help you bring your family history to life by converting your research into stories and beautiful heritage keepsakes.

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Free Charts and Templates

Learning to use a Pedigree Chart and a Family Group Sheet is one of the first steps in collecting and organizing your family history.

NGS offers two versions of a Pedigree Chart (sometimes called an Ancestor Chart) and one version of the Family Group Sheet. All of our free charts here are “fillable.”  That means you can

• download the PDF,
• type your family information right into the chart,
• save it to your computer, and
• update it at any time.

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Family History Charts: Easy to Use, Free to Download

Family History Charts can help you enhance and document your genealogical research, and are great genealogy stationery. They are a great tool whether you have already done some research or if you are just starting out and do not know what genealogy software, if any, you want to use.  

You can use these family tree forms to organise the information you will collect in the course of researching your family tree.

You should include the source of the information so you know where you obtained it for future reference.  This makes it easier to find a record again should you need to.

I have designed free family tree charts to assist you in this regard, which I hope you will find helpful. They can all be printed and will make it easy for you to transfer the details to software or other research tools at a later date. They are all available in PDF format, so you will need to download and install  Adobe Reader  if you have not already done so.  

Genealogy Research Log

One form I wish I had in my collection when I first started researching my family history was a genealogy research log, which can be used to enter details of the town or village you included in your research, the source(s) you consulted, your ancestor’s name, the location of the source, the years you researched, and the result of your search.

I have lost count of the number of times when I first started researching my family history that I had found some great information about an ancestor, only to realise later that I had no idea where I had obtained it!!

A research log is a great way of documenting your family history research, and it can save you time because you can easily repeat research if you unsure which sources you have already utilised. 

It is very important to note the sources you consult because you can use them to verify your family history, and prove the validity of your research.

By filling in the research log, you can immediately confirm the research you have already undertaken, and avoid repeating research.  You will also have a record of where you discovered the information, which is crucial.

If there are any gaps in your research, using a research log in conjunction with other family history charts will make it easier to identify these gaps. It can help you organise your documents and research.

You can also add the sources you need to look at to the log so you know where to research next, and can add the result of your search when you have utilised the source. 

If a search has a negative result, you should also enter that to the log so you know that you have already searched this collection, and did not find the information you were seeking, which is important.

A genealogy research log can also be used if you are pursing online sources; you can simply add the name of the source and its location in just the same way you would if you were perusing the source in a record office or archive. 

It is even more important to note where you obtained online information because if you have bookmarked the page, for example, and return later to find that the link is broken, you still have access to the information you uncovered.

The log is very useful whether you are a beginner or an experienced genealogist.  Although it can take time to fill in the research log, and it may seem laborious, the time it could save you in the long run is immeasurable.

If you would like more information regarding how to fill in the research log, please visit my page: genealogy research log and its use in family history research .

Genealogy Timeline

Another form that is very useful is the genealogy timeline.  Building a timeline for each ancestor is important because you can collate your information, see gaps in your research, and observe how historical events may have impacted your ancestor’s life. For more information about how to construct a genealogy timeline, please read my article:  genealogy timeline: how it can help your research .

Genealogy Research Plan

A genealogy research plan can help you to make your research as efficient as possible, and can even help save you time once you are researching your family history, either online or in a record office. 

A good plan can also help you to remain focused on the question you wish to learn the answer to, and not to become too distracted.  For further details of genealogy research plans, and how they can help your family history research, please read my article:  how to create a genealogy research plan .

Family Tree Worksheet

I have designed a Family Tree Worksheet which you can use to enter details about your ancestors once you find them.  This will tell you what information you have discovered about the lives of your ancestors, and what remains to be established.

GRO Index Templates

These free family history charts allow you to copy details from the microfiche or online versions of the  GRO Index .  These charts are especially helpful should you access it in a  record office  or library.  If you are consulting the index online, using this chart also saves printing out each page from your internet source, saving you paper and ink.

Census Templates

These free family history charts can be used to copy details from the microfiche or online versions of the Census.  I have designed charts for use with the 1841-1911 Census Returns. 

The charts are especially useful when you are looking at online versions of the census because they save you from printing out each census return, and believe me, they use a LOT of ink!!

Baptisms, Marriages and Burials Templates

These free charts can be used to copy the details from either the microfiche or online versions of  parish registers . In this connection, unfortunately not all parish registers are available on-line, so you may have to visit a  record office  to consult them. 

These charts will make it easier to transfer information afterwards whichever way you have chosen to document your genealogical research.

Family Group Sheets

These genealogical forms allow you to enter the primary genealogical information about your ancestor such as birth, marriage and death dates, their spouse and any children. This makes it much easier to transfer the information to your tree.

I have also designed a family group sheet adding sheet numbers so that you can find the particular sheet that much more easily for people that like to  assign a number to each relative they discover .

For more information about family group sheets, and to download a more detailed sheet, please view my page about family group sheets .

Once you have done some research on your family tree, you will want to choose the best way of displaying that information using family tree templates family history software.

Family History Charts – Pedigree Charts

Pedigree Charts are usually written across the page, starting with yourself and then moving on to include parents, grandparents, great-grandparents etc.  

Pedigree charts allow you to discover where your research is incomplete; for example, if you are yet to find out an ancestor’s name and have a blank field, it will become obvious as you fill in the chart, giving you an avenue to explore in the future.

The beauty of Pedigree Charts is that you can always continue on to another chart as you progress with your family history research.   One tip is to number the page so you know exactly where to find the appropriate chart in your files!! 

On to the charts, starting with a four-generation pedigree chart, which allows you to enter genealogical information back to your great-grandparents.

I have designed two different pedigree forms, one to enter only your ancestors’ names, and one to enter more detail, such as date of birth, place of birth, marriage date, date and place of death.  I have also designed them so that you can decide if you want your chart to go right to left or left to right.  The choice is yours.

If you would like more information regarding how to fill in a pedigree chart and some examples of how I display my own research, please visit my page pedigree chart in genealogy, how to make the best of this resource .

These family history charts have been designed so that you can just enter your ancestor’s names rather than fill in their full details.  Many people know their ancestor’s names, but have no further information.  It is especially useful if you are visiting an elderly relative.  Clicking on the chart will lead you to a printable version.

This pedigree form is designed for people who already possess information about their ancestors, such as their birthplace, marriage date etc.  The beauty of this chart is that information can always be added as it is discovered.  There is room to enter details of your ancestors back to your great-grandparents.

This blank genealogy form goes from right to left rather than left to right.

This chart goes from right to left.

A five-generation pedigree chart is also accessible, which allows you to enter genealogical information back to your great-great grandparents (2x Great Grandparents).

This chart runs from left to right – you are able to fill in these boxes as your research progresses.

This contains more detail than the other version for people who already know something about their ancestry.

This chart goes from left to right instead of right to left.

Left to right.

Ahnentafel Chart

An ahnentafel is a genealogy numbering system that comes from a German word meaning ‘ancestor table’.  An ahnentafel chart only includes direct ancestors, so the siblings of your direct ancestors are not included.  An ahtentafel chart is another great way of sharing your family tree because it only shows the direct line. 

As you can see from the example above, an ahnentafel chart is very similar to a pedigree chart in its design and layout, but contains numbers allocated to each ancestor.  As you can see, the number allocated to the father of the child is always double that of his son or daughter, ie. you would be number 1, your father 2, your grandfathers 4 and 6, and your great-grandfathers 8, 10, 12 and 14.  

The rule is much the same for your female ancestors, but they are double the number of their child plus 1, ie. you would be number 1, your mother 3, your grandmothers 5 and 7, and your great grandmothers 9, 11, 13 and 15.  All of your male ancestors have even numbers and your female ancestors have odd numbers.

If you would like to know more about the ahnentafel chart, please view my article: ahnentafel chart: how to make the best use of this resource .

Bow-Tie Family Trees – other family history charts

Some people, when conducting their family history research, like to place their father’s and mother’s ancestors on either side of a pedigree chart to reduce its height and to distinguish between their father’s and mother’s ancestry more easily. 

I have designed some bow-tie family trees to help you in this regard.  The size of the chart is A3, and I have included an example from my own research.  As you can see from the example, I am yet to discover some information pertaining to my ancestors, which utilising the bow-tie family tree has made clear.  It has also highlighted the fact that my great-grandparents (William Baker and Elizabeth Hill) never married.

I have also designed a chart that simply states my ancestors’ names:

You can easily fill in your ancestor’s details on these blank charts:

It is advisable to print out a collection of these forms before you visit a record office because these types of forms are rarely, if ever, available.  They can also be useful should you wish to give information to other people.  

You can also decide whether you wish to use a  document filing system ,  card index system  or  computer software program  to transfer this information.

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Why Family Tree Worksheets are a Useful Tool for the Classroom

Family trees can be a powerful tool for learning about familial history, relationships, and heritage, and our family tree creator can help bring them to life. Whether you're a teacher looking for a creative way to engage your students or a parent wanting to teach your children about their background, family tree example worksheets and templates can be an excellent resource. These activities offer a great opportunity to learn about histories and connections while also developing important skills such as research, organization, and critical thinking. With a variety of creative templates, worksheets, and online resources available, teachers and parents can easily incorporate this activity into their lesson plans to enrich the learning experience for children of all ages. With Storyboard That, it is easy to make a family tree template for any age group!

How to Structure Family Tree Classroom Activities

There are various ways to design custom templates. The design of the template may depend on factors such as the purpose of the activity, the age and skill level of the students, and the specific software or tools being used to create the template. Some templates may include a simple tree with spaces for names and dates, while others may have more elaborate designs with space for photos or illustrations of family members.

There are several creative ways to present family tree activities on templates and worksheets, such as:

• Use Different Shapes: Instead of the traditional tree shape, try using different shapes such as a house or a heart to represent the family tree.
• Use Colors: Try using different colors to represent different generations or branches. This can make the family tree charts visually appealing and a lot easier to understand.
• Add Pictures: Add pictures to the names and relations of family members to make it more engaging and personalized.
• Include Symbols: Use symbols such as hearts, stars, or arrows to represent relationships and connections between members.
• Use Timelines: Create a timeline-style family tree to show the progression of generations and key events in the family's history.
• Create a Collage: Have kids create a collage-style family tree by cutting out pictures and words from magazines and newspapers.
• Make it Interactive: Use online tools or software to create an interactive family tree that allows students to click on family members and learn more about them.

Overall, the key is to make the activity creative and engaging for students, while still conveying important information about history and relationships.

Family Tree Activity Ideas by Subject

• History and Genealogy: Family tree worksheets can be used to teach children about their history and genealogy, helping them understand their roots and their own background.
• Language Arts: These worksheets can also be used to teach vocabulary related to family members, relationships, and family history. Students can also write narratives about their relatives or use the family tree as a basis for creating characters in their writing.
• Social Studies: Family tree worksheets can be used to teach different structures and cultural traditions related to family.
• Science: The worksheets are used to teach students about genetics and inheritance, helping them understand how traits are passed down through generations.
• Visual Arts: Worksheets can be used as a basis for creating art projects, such as creating a collage of photos or drawing a portrait of a relative.

Family Tree Activity Ideas by Grade Level

Elementary school.

Create a Family Tree Collage: Provide your class with a blank family tree template and have them cut out and paste pictures of relatives onto the tree.

Family Interviews: Assign students to interview family members about their history and create a family tree worksheet based on the information they gather. This activity will not only teach them about relationships but also improve their interviewing skills.

Family Tree Game: Create a game where kids have to match relatives with their correct positions on a family tree. This activity will help them understand the different relationships within a group.

Middle School

Comparative Family Trees: Provide the class with a template and have them complete "make your own family trees" activities as well as the family tree of a historical figure or character from literature. They can compare and contrast the different structures and relationships.

Ancestry Research: Assign students to research their ancestry and create a family tree worksheet based on their findings. This activity will not only teach them about their own history but also improve their research skills.

Family Tree Art: Have children create an artistic representation of their family tree using symbols and imagery to represent relatives and relationships.

High School

Genogram Analysis: Introduce students to the concept of genograms and have them create a family tree worksheet using this method. They can analyze the different relationships and patterns of behavior.

Family History Project: Assign your class to research and create a detailed history project, including a family tree worksheet, historical context, and personal narratives. This activity will teach them about research skills, writing skills, and their personal history.

Cultural Family Trees: Have students research different cultures and create family tree worksheets based on the different family structures and relationships within those cultures. This activity will teach them about cultural diversity and the importance of family in different cultures.

Additional Family Tree Design Templates By Subject

Social Studies/History: Have students research their history and create a family tree. Encourage them to interview relatives and gather information about their ancestors. Discuss how family history can help us understand our own place in history. Use family tree activities as a way to teach about cultural traditions and how families pass them down through generations.

Science: Use family tree worksheets to teach about genetics and inheritance. Have kids fill in information about relative's traits and track how they are passed down through the generations.

Language Arts: Use family tree templates to teach about character development in literature. Have students create family trees for fictional characters and analyze how their relationships affect the plot.

Math: Use family tree worksheets to teach about data analysis and graphing. Have students collect data on the number of siblings, grandparents, or other relatives of their classmates and create a graph to display the data. Use family tree activities as a way to teach about probability and statistics, as students calculate the likelihood of certain genetic traits being passed down through generations.

Art: Use family tree templates to teach about visual storytelling. Have kids create a family tree that includes images of each family member and tells a story about their history.

Technology: Use a free family tree maker online or family tree generator tools to teach about digital tools and organization. Have students create digital family trees and use technology to organize and display the information.

Using Family Tree Templates in Foreign Language Lessons

By incorporating family tree worksheets into foreign language lessons, students can practice language skills while also learning about family structures and traditions in different cultures. Here are some suggestions on how to structure foreign language lessons using family tree worksheets:

• Conversation Practice: Have students use the family tree worksheet as a guide for practicing conversations in the foreign language. For example, have them ask and answer questions about their relatives using the appropriate vocabulary.
• Cultural Comparisons: Use the family tree worksheet as a way to compare and contrast family structures and traditions in different cultures. Have students research and fill in the worksheet with information about a family from another country, and then compare it to their own family tree.
• Writing Practice: Use the worksheet as a way to practice writing in the foreign language. Have students write a paragraph or essay about their family members, using the family tree as a guide.
• Creative Projects: Have students create a visual representation of their family tree, using pictures or symbols to represent each family member. This can be done using art supplies or computer software.

Creative Designs for Family Tree Activity Templates

• Create a family tree timeline. Instead of a traditional tree, create a timeline that shows the different generations of a family and their major life events, such as births, marriages, and deaths.
• Have kids create a "mini-biography" of a relative. In addition to the family tree, have students create a mini-biography of a family member, including their name, birthdate, occupation, and any interesting facts about them.
• Create a cookbook. Ask students to gather family recipes from their relatives and create a cookbook. Include photos and stories about the members who contributed each recipe.

How to Make a Family Tree Worksheet

Choose one of the premade family tree templates.

We have color, black and white, portrait, or landscape templates. Take a look at our example for inspiration!

Click on "Copy Template"

Once you do this, you will be directed to the storyboard creator.

Give Your Worksheet a Name!

Be sure to call it something related to the topic so that you can easily find it in the future.

Edit Your Worksheet

This is where you will include directions, specific questions and images, and make any aesthetic changes that you would like. The options are endless!

Click "Save and Exit"

When you are finished with your worksheet, click this button in the lower right hand corner to exit your storyboard.

From here you can print, download as a PDF, attach it to an assignment and use it digitally, and more!

Even More Storyboard That Resources and Free Printables

• Biography Poster Templates
• Timeline Poster Templates
• Biographies: Family Life
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Frequently Asked Questions about Family Tree Worksheets

What are some features to consider when creating a family tree worksheet template.

When you create family tree free worksheet templates, it's important to consider the size of the family, the number of generations, the types of relationships, and the design of the template. The template should be easy to read and follow, and it should have space for students to fill in their family information.

What should teachers avoid when assigning family tree activities in the classroom?

When assigning family tree activities in the classroom, teachers should avoid making assumptions about students' family structures or making the activity mandatory for all students. Teachers should be sensitive to the fact that some students may not have traditional family structures or may not feel comfortable discussing their family history. Additionally, teachers should avoid asking students to share personal or sensitive information about their families unless they have obtained parental consent.

What are some different ways to design family tree templates?

There are various ways to design family tree templates. The design of the template may depend on factors such as the purpose of the activity, the age and skill level of the students, and the specific software or tools being used to create the template. Some templates may include a simple tree with spaces for names and dates, while others may have more elaborate designs with space for photos or illustrations of family members. It is important for teachers to consider the needs of their students and the learning objectives of the activity when designing family tree templates.

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