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Creating Powerful Stories That Connect Our Children to Their Ancestors
Good stories have real power. While complete histories have a vital function, it is short and powerful stories that bind the hearts of our children to their ancestors. Come learn how to create effective stories and make them a natural part of your family life.
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The Anatomy of a Story (30 minute session)
Making family history discoveries is one thing. Learning how to craft those discoveries into stories that will capture the attention of the next generation is another matter entirely. Ancestry Corporate Genealogist, Crista Cowan, is a lifelong storyteller who has honed her craft over the last two decades. Come learn about the basic anatomy of family history stories that can withstand the test of time, and how you can craft and share your own.
