Every family has a story, but not every story is easy to trace. In this eye-opening mini-course, kids will explore the fascinating world of genealogy, discovering how to map out their family tree—even when branches are missing. Through engaging activities and historical deep dives, they’ll learn about heredity, genetics, and the meaning of legacy while also confronting the challenges that war, slavery, genocide, adoption, and migration have had on family history.

🌍 What’s Inside:

Finding Your Roots: Learn how to start tracing your family history, even when records are limited.
Building a Family Tree: Create a personal or symbolic family tree that honors ancestry in all its forms.
Heredity & Identity: Explore genetics, traditions, and cultural heritage that shape who we are.
Lost & Found: Understand how history—including forced displacement, adoption, and immigration policies—has shaped family narratives across generations.
A World on the Move: Investigate why and how people have migrated across borders, from Ellis Island to modern-day expatriation.

📜 Bonus Activity: Craft a "Legacy Letter" to future generations, sharing what you want them to remember about your family’s story.

Whether your family’s past is well-documented or shrouded in mystery, this course will help kids understand that who they are is more than just names on a family tree—it’s a story still being written.