Introduction
The United States has a vast history of immigration. Have you ever wondered if you are a descendent of royalty? Do you ever think about your ancestors being Knights or war heroes? How did your family get to the United States? You can answer all of these questions and more by going on a Family History Mystery Hunt!!
Task
Use a dictionary to look up the following words
1.ancestor
2.descendant
3.immigrant
Learn about the meaning of your family name
Interview family members to find out what they know about your ancestors.
Complete internet searches utilizing the provided internet sites.
Complete a family tree of local family members
Use a journal to record what is found through internet searching
Present a short slideshow on your family history
Process
Define the words 1. ancestor 2. descendant 3. Immigrant by utilizing a dictionary.
Interview family members by asking them questions about family history and recording the questions and answers in your Mystery Journal
Use web resources www.ancestry.com to research your family name and to learn about your family history
Use the provided worksheet to record immediate family members.
Use PowerPoint to create a small slideshow on your family history