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Hear What They Heard

Hearing ancestors’ voices helps us bond with them in a special way. When you hear a story from their point of view, you can better connect with them.

• Ask a parent or grandparent to tell stories about his or her life, or a family member. You could ask questions like these:
• What is a memorable moment from your childhood?
• What do you remember about where you grew up?
• How did you meet your spouse?
• What are some moments that impacted your life the most?
• What is one funny story from your life?

• Listen to old recordings of your family members’ stories and see what you can learn from them.
• Listen to music or watch movies from when your ancestors were alive.
• Use the FamilySearch Memories App to record a story from a family member’s life so it won’t be lost.