Family History Activities for Kids
by Dustin Axe, Youth Education Curriculum Coordinator
Below are several free, easy-to-do activities that will keep kids entertained and get them thinking about their family history. These exercises are designed to teach critical skills while encouraging kids to explore their personal connection to the past. Studies show that young people who know facts about their heritage have a stronger sense of self, which can help them perform better in school and life. Have fun!
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Are you an educator of students K-12? American Ancestors Youth Education now offers the Family History Curriculum, a free-to access, national curriculum containing everything you need to introduce authentic family history research methods to your students in an accessible, inclusive environment.
