by Diahan Southard | Jun 11, 2020 | Sharing family history
Inspiring family history activities and ideas from a mom who’s at home with her kids! Here’s how she’s started exploring her heritage with her kids—keeping it simple but meaningful. Family History with Kids Recently, I got this email from a mom named Carol, and I...
by Diahan Southard | Apr 30, 2020 | Sharing family history
Research shows decided benefits for children who learn their family history. Self-identity. Self-competence. A sense of place and security. Values. Life lessons. Resilience. Who doesn’t want these for their children and grandchildren? We are pleased to bring you this...
by Diahan Southard | Mar 17, 2020 | Sharing family history
This inspirational talk on “genealogical consciousness” forever changed my thinking about the power of family history to save the world. Do away with hate, racism, sexism and move toward a global community where all are treated equally? Yes, please! When I travel to...
by Diahan Southard | Jan 30, 2020 | Sharing family history
Do the family history books or stories you’re compiling include DNA discoveries? These ideas will help you think about the best ways for your tell your DNA stories, whatever they are. Many of us make meaningful discoveries about who we are through our DNA. Our...
by Diahan Southard | Nov 20, 2019 | Sharing family history
This fun family history activity for children or youth helps them celebrate their unique DNA pie chart—without taking a DNA test. Not long ago I spent the evening with this lovely group of girls, doing a hands-on activity that combined family history, DNA and...
