The research calendar gives an account of every record source you have searched and serves as a reminder of what you have already done and where you have found pertinent information.

Use the research extract sheets to summarize information which cannot be photocopied, for which there is no document in your possession, or for things such as deeds which may be time-consuming or difficult to reread quickly when you need information from the copy you have.

It is important to keep track of those with whom you have corresponded, the reasons for writing, and whether or not you have already received an answer.

Each piece of information concerning a pedigree ancestor and his/her family is placed on a worksheet. Since the end result of your research efforts will be to compile complete, correct and connected families, the use of family group sheets from the beginning will make the compilation much easier.