Every family has stories worth saving.
These family history interview worksheets make it easier to capture the memories, experiences, traditions, advice, and little details that might otherwise be forgotten.
Created for interviewing parents, grandparents, and other loved ones, the guided questions explore childhood, family life, work, relationships, favorite memories, personal details, and the lessons they want future generations to remember.
Print the worksheets and write the answers by hand, or use the included fillable PDF to type responses and add a family photo digitally.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
• Guided family interview worksheet set
• Printable PDF for handwritten answers
• Fillable PDF for typing answers
• Space to add a family photo digitally
• US Letter format, 8.5 x 11 inches
• Instant digital download
LIFE SNAPSHOT
Capture basic details, early home life, childhood neighborhoods, siblings, favorite foods, and family fun.
These opening family interview questions create a snapshot of who your loved one is and where their story began.
CHILDHOOD AND FAMILY LIFE
Explore family traditions, everyday routines, celebrations, school memories, and what life was like growing up.
The questions make room for both important milestones and the ordinary moments that often become favorite family stories.
LIFE, LOVE AND EXPERIENCES
Record stories about jobs, careers, relationships, wedding memories, important experiences, and memorable moments throughout their life.
LEGACY AND PERSONAL DETAILS
Preserve proudest accomplishments, sources of joy, life lessons, advice, and the memories your loved one most wants future generations to know.
FUN DETAILS
Capture favorite songs, talents, skills, familiar sayings, personality traits, and the unique family quirks that make these stories personal.
PRINTABLE AND FILLABLE OPTIONS
Use the printable family history version for handwritten answers or open the fillable PDF to type longer responses and add a family photograph.
Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended for using the fillable features. The worksheets can be completed on a computer, tablet, or phone, although a computer or tablet may be more comfortable for longer answers.
PERFECT FOR
• Interviewing a parent or grandparent
• Family history keepsake projects
• Family gatherings and reunions
• Genealogy and ancestry binders
• Phone or video-call interviews
• Pairing with an audio or video recording
• Preserving stories from older relatives
• Creating a meaningful gift for family members
• Recording memories beyond names and dates
BONUS INCLUDED
FREE Pass-It-Back™ Family Connection Journal with 7 shared prompts the whole family can enjoy.
Family members can use their own printable response pages, and extra copies can be printed so everyone can join in.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
• This is a digital download.
• No physical product will be shipped.
• You will receive printable and fillable Family History Interview PDF files plus a separate Family Connection Journal PDF.
• The interview worksheets are formatted for US Letter paper, 8.5 x 11 inches.
• A compatible PDF reader is required to use the fillable features.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended.
• Print at 100% or Actual Size for the intended layout.
• Colors may vary slightly between screens and printers.
• This purchase is for personal use only.
• The files may not be shared, resold, redistributed, or used commercially.
• Your purchase is subject to the Journal Prompt Junction Digital Product License.
