My Family Genogram
A worksheet for 4th graders to learn about genograms and their own family history.
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A genogram is like a special family tree that shows more than just who is related. It can show important dates, jobs, and even some health information! Today, we will learn about genograms and start creating our own.
1. A genogram is a special kind of family .
2. Genograms can show us about our family's and important events.
3. Circles are often used to represent in a genogram.
4. Squares are often used to represent in a genogram.
5. What does a line connecting a circle and a square usually mean in a genogram?
They are siblings
They are married
They are friends
They are neighbors
6. If a circle has a small 'X' inside it, what might it represent?
Someone who moved away
Someone who is adopted
Someone who has passed away
Someone who is a twin
7. List two interesting facts you know about your grandparents or great-grandparents.
8. Why do you think it's important to know about our family history?
Draw a simple genogram for your immediate family (yourself, parents, and siblings if you have any). Use squares for males and circles for females. Connect parents with a line and show children coming from that line.