Making Your Family Tree Understandable to Non-Genealogists
Family trees can be overwhelming—full of charts, lines, and terms that confuse rather than connect. In this free, on-demand mini webinar, genealogist and educator Barbara C. Beauregard shows you simple ways to make your family tree clear, engaging, and meaningful to relatives who aren’t researchers.
What You’ll Learn
- Easy adjustments that make trees more readable to the whole family
- How to simplify cousin relationships and generational labels
- Tips for creating family tree visuals that spark interest instead of overwhelming
Who It’s For
- Genealogists who want to share their work with non-researching relatives
- Family historians planning to share trees at reunions, gatherings, or online
- Anyone frustrated by family saying “I don’t understand your chart!”
What’s Included
- Quick-reference guide to explaining cousin terms
- Visual template for a “family-friendly” tree layout
- Worksheet for simplifying and labeling relationships
How It Works
This free, on-demand webinar is under 10 minutes. You’ll also receive a handout and templates so you can make your own family tree more accessible right away.
Why Watch This Webinar?
Your research is only as valuable as the family who understands it. In just a few minutes, you’ll learn how to turn complex trees into clear, welcoming visuals that invite conversation and make your family history truly come alive.
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About Barbara
Barbara Beauregard is a genealogist, educator, and author of Here Today, Gone Tomorrow. With over 40 years of research experience, she specializes in helping family historians make their work meaningful, accessible, and lasting.
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