What this lesson teaches
Creating a family tree helps children visualize relationships and understand their heritage. This activity fosters a sense of belonging and identity as they connect names to faces and stories.
History in Action
Can you finish roots and branches explorer class 1 in about 30 min?
Roots and Branches Explorer Class 1
You will creating a family tree helps children visualize relationships and understand their heritage.
Duration30 min
Age GroupAges 6–7
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectHistory
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The learning connection
Using visual elements like drawings and photographs engages children’s memory through dual coding theory. They recall not just names but also stories, creating deeper cognitive links to their family history.
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1. Gather a large sheet of paper and colored markers. 2. Start at the bottom with your name — draw a circle. 3. Draw branches for your parents above you, adding their names in circles. 4. Continue adding your grandparents and siblings, expanding the tree. 5. Decorate each family member's section with small drawings or stickers representing them. 6. Share stories about each person with your family; what makes them special?