Step 1: Find Your Elder
Choose someone you look up to — it could be a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or a respected elder in your community. Make sure they have time to sit down and share with you.
Step 2: Ask Fun Questions
Here are some good ones to start with:
- Did you have chores, and which ones were the hardest?
- What was your favorite game to play as a kid?
- Did you ever make your own toys?
- What was school like for you?
- What food did you love eating most as a kid?
Step 3: Listen & Write It Down
Keep your notebook ready! Write their answers or draw pictures that show what they told you. This helps you remember the stories and share them later with others.
Step 4: Share What You Learned
After your talk, you can:
- Tell your family what you learned at dinner.
- Draw a picture of your elder’s childhood story.
- Write the story down in your own words to keep in a family story book.
Final Thought
Asking questions isn’t just about learning history — it’s about connecting with the people you love and honoring their stories. One day, you’ll be the elder telling your childhood stories, too!
