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Project 1: Family Tree


Goal 12: Using Charts and Forms



Goal 12 (optional): Produce customized ancestry charts.


Using customized or expanded pedigree and fan charts helps you see more of your ancestry or use different designs.


Choices


A Use blank, printable ancestry charts for individual or family projects.


  1. Download a variety of free printable templates from the Midwest Genealogy Center. These include charts that are also useful for younger children.
  2. Read this article to learn about how pedigree charts work.

    FT—Pedigree or Family Tree Charts

  3. Explore free charts and forms from the FamilySearch Wiki. Here are some of the categories included:
    • Pedigree and groups sheets
    • Census worksheets
    • Research logs
    • Ancestry.com forms
    • Forms from Family Tree Magazine
  4. Use the Family Tree Keepsake tool to view and print your family tree as a keepsake.
  5. Download free blank charts from Thoughtco.
  6. Download free blank forms and charts from Ancestry.
  7. Download free blank forms and charts from the National Genealogical Society.
  8. Download a variety of free PDF charts from Misbach.org (click Free PDF in the upper right).
  9. Download this family group worksheet from Family Education.