genealogy

A guide to conducting genealogical research on the Internet that provides tips for finding the best websites, deciding whether or not to pay for the information, and avoiding common problems.

Presents step-by-step directions for tracing lineage including routines for research and sources of information.

While working on a genealogy project for his seventh grade history class, Andy Bonner becomes determined to solve the mystery surrounding a distant relative who was accused of stealing the family fortune.

Amy and Dan, members of the powerful Cahill family, try to uncover the thirty-nine clues which will reveal the secrets of their lineage and find out what really happened to their parents.

Offers children advice on the best ways to research their genealogy, both online and off, discussing how to find the best web sites, where they can download pedigree charts, family group sheets, checklists, and research logs, and how to decipher old-fashioned documents and handwriting.

A mother shares with her daughter stories of the generations of women in their family as each individual has passed along the tales and a glittering necklace to her own daughter. Includes notes on the author's exploration of her ancestry.

A grandmother and grandchild trace their family history and the growth of their home from a log cabin to a large farmhouse.

Discusses genealogy, the study of one's family, examining how such an interest develops, how to get started, how to use family stories and keepsakes, where to get help, and the positive effects of such study.

A guide for tracing one's ancestors via various means. An appendix describes how to use a number of available government resources.

A guide to family genealogy research using tools such as social networking websites and genetic testing.