Using these blank family tree templates will make sure that your research is going in the right direction. Presenting and documenting your family trees in a logical and easy to visualize fashion is frequently the biggest problem the amateur genealogist has to deal with. Those first few interviews into your families can be very frustrating and leave you very uncomfortable because without charts and forms, you can't display the overall picture clearly.
To develop your own blank family tree forms, simply double click this link to view and save a sample of the chart to your PC. Do the same with the Personal Information Form. Make as many copies of the templates as you like. As in the sample, leave plenty of space to write extra information that you will collect during your interviews with family members. Use one chart and form for each of the families you need to research. Experiment with the format of the charts to see what fits your style. Keep the charts and forms legible. This method will help you focus your interview. You can use pen and paper or a computer to record your trees. You will collect the most information for your trees in the least amount of time using this technique. Start by interviewing members of your immediate families to build confidence.
By using these family tree charts and forms as a base you can systematically collect your families' information and ensure that you don't miss anything in the research for your trees. Be sure to make the interview as much fun as possible. Using the chart and form as a guide for your discussions will leave you free to document all of the stories and still obtain the most information possible. Be sure to check out other links on this website to find other helpful tools. By presenting and documenting your family's history properly your family will appreciate the heritage you discover.
