Learning genealogy can be easy and fun. We provide genealogy how-to guides and tutorials to help get you started and to keep you motivated.
How to Get Started in Genealogy
Learn how to get started researching your family history and how to avoid common genealogy mistakes.
- Why Genealogy Is Important
- Getting Started Researching Your Family History.
- Individual Fact Sheet (pdf).
- Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building Your Family Tree.
How to Find Genealogy Records Online
Every year more genealogy records become available online. Learn tips and techniques to efficiently search for online genealogy records.
- How to Use Google Advanced Search for Genealogy - Part I
- How to Use Google Advanced Search for Genealogy - Part II
- How to Refine Google Genealogy Searches.
- Hot Tips on How to Use Google for Genealogy Searches.
- *NEW*The Best Free People Search Engines
Important Genealogy Tools
Learn how to use these genealogy tools to help trace your family history.
- What is Soundex and How Does Soundex Work?
- Understanding Julian Calendars and Gregorian Calendars in Genealogy.
- Top Ten Most Popular Online Genealogy Magazines
- *NEW*Apple iPad and Genealogy
Important Genealogy Trends
Stay on top of the latest trends in genealogy and family history research.
- Genealogy and the Global Economic Recession.
- Why are Newspapers Dying?
- Top Ten Interesting Facts About the US Census.
- Ten Interesting Facts about the US 2010 Census.
- Top Ten Genealogy News Stories and Genealogy Themes of 2008.
- Top Ten Genealogy News Stories and Genealogy Themes of 2009
Genealogy Reference Shelf
We provide dictionaries and other useful tools to help you organize and understand your family history.