Tools for astute family historians
 No
organised family researcher can expect to be a successful
operator if they do not employ the three basic tools of
research. The alternative approach is the hunt and peck
of the barnyard!
As a service to the family history community Adelaide
Proformat offers free downloads of the following
tools for private use on the condition that they are not
altered in any way.
The essential tools
Pedigree chart
Family sheet
Research log
Some checklists
ENG/WLS Census checklist
ENG/WLS GRO checklist
General checklist
IGI checklist
UK
Parish Register checklist
ENG/WLS
Probate checklist
Using these instruments will ensure that research is systematic
and organised.
You can create other instruments that will ensure your work
is as professional and scientific as possible. When you first
open up a new series of records, copy the name of each field
across ruled columns in an exercise book. That way you will
ensure you collect the material in every field as you progress
through the records and will not arrive home to discover a
return trip is required because you missed some or part of
the entries!
Good researchers, regardless of their level of experience,
use these tools and instruments! |
