Five Star Gift Ideas

It’s great to hear that your grandson is interested in family history research. There are several gift ideas that can help fuel this interest and make his birthday extra special.

1. Ancestry DNA Kit: A DNA kit from Ancestry will kick start your grandson’s research into their ancestry. The results from the ancestry DNA testing will show people, ethnicity, and places of origin from all over the world. It is a great tool for your grandson to trace back his heritage.

2. Family Tree Chart and Kit: A family tree chart also makes an excellent gift for a grandson interested in family history. There are many kits available with charts ranging from simple to elaborate. These kits include everything that your grandson needs to create a family tree including the chart, forms, instructions and even software.

3. Book on Genealogy: There are several books on genealogy that provide an excellent starting point for beginners. Choose a book that offers easy to follow instructions and tips for genealogical research for your grandson.

4. Historical Documents: You can research and locate historical documents such as wills, census records, and land deeds for your grandson’s ancestors. These documents, together with the help of the public records office, will show your grandson the story of his family and give him a deeper understanding of his family history.

5. Family Heirlooms: Family heirlooms such as old photographs, letters, and objects can provide a great opportunity to connect with your family history. You can help your grandson to collect and organize these heirlooms, and possibly place them in a memory book or other special display.

6. Genealogy Software: There are software programs available that can help with genealogy research. Choose one that is user-friendly with features such as mapping family trees and easy access to genealogy records.

In conclusion, there are many gift ideas available for a grandson interested in family history research. Choose a gift that suits his interest level, skill level, and that will provide an opportunity for him to explore and experience his family history.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.