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Struggling to find just the right gift for that genealogist in your family? Every year we search high and low for gift ideas that any family history buff would
enjoy. We select a variety of gift ideas graded according to cost, so you can find a gift that will fit your budget.
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even have to register to do a search of our Ancestry Archive Index, containing over a billion records. You also might find it helpful to sign-up for our
NotifyMe service so you can receive an email when that elusive ancestor has been added to the
Archive.
Pewter Mom's Favorite Photo Ornament - $6.64 - Send a genealogy memory to your loved ones with this enchanting photo Christmas
tree ornament. Santa, snowman and reindeer design are accented with bronze, red and green glitter. Hand silk screened with "Mom's Favorite".
I Love Genealogy Mousepad - $7.99 - You will be thought of happily whenever your loved one uses this mousepad. It's the perfect
inexpensive yet much needed gift to give a genealogist.
Coby 1.5-Inch Digital Photo Keychain - $9.99 - This digital picture frame has a 1.5 inch LCD full-color display and can store up to
60 pictures. Pictures are transferred to the device with a USB connection.
Click here to see more gifts for $10 or Less
Record A Story "Twas the Night Before Christmas" - $13.95 - Each time a page is turned in this fun book, Christmas music plays, and your recorded
reading of the classic holiday story is played. Following these simple directions records the story:
Turn to the page you wish to record. Press the RECORD button. Listen to the instructions. When you hear a beeping sound, read the words on the page. After you are finished
reading the page, press STOP. You can re-record until you are satisfied with your recording. Repeat the process with the remaining pages of the book. Three replaceable AAA
batteries come with the book.
This is a wonderful gift idea for out-of-town relatives or a parent who is away from home frequently.
Photo Calendar (12 months)
- $19.99 - Create a photo calendar at Kodak Gallery and personalize it by adding family pictures and personalized captions.
Calendars are 10.25" x 15.6" when open and are twin-loop wire bound.
Click here to see more gifts for $20 or Less
"Family My Pride And Joy" Family Tree Two-Tone Necklace - $23.00 - This sterling silver family tree pendant makes a stunning
gift at a reasonable price. The oval pendant features an elegant tree design in pink gold overlay and is inscribed around the edges with the words "Family. My Pride and Joy."
The pendant comes with a shiny 18-inch sterling silver box chain. .
Thomas Kinkade Garden of Prayer Faith Music Box - $39.99 - Give
an heirloom music box to a fellow genealogist. The first-ever musical prayer box to feature the inspiring artistry of Thomas Kinkade, Painter of Light, it is crafted
of lustrous Heirloom Porcelain and has a specially designed compartment to hold their most earnest prayers. It plays the melody of "You'll Never Walk Alone."
Click here to see more gifts for $40 or Less
Wolverine PASS -100 Battery Powered Hand Held Document Scanner - $66.71 - Easy to use - no computer, software or outlet required for operation of the unit! Saves scans directly to Micro SD card (not included) and small enough to toss in your bag or briefcase. Maximum scan width is 8 1/2", scan resolution is 600/300 dpi which is user selectable. Scan mode can be changed between color or black and white. Includes scanner, USB cable, calibration card, carry bag, cleaning cloth and user manual. Both PC and MAC compatible!.
Sony AX412 Digital Voice Recorder - $63.95 - The Sony ICD-AX412 Digital Flash Memory Voice Recorder has some great features that
will make recording family history interviews easier. For instance it has a built-in 2 GB flash memory, it records in MP3, it has about 72 hours of battery life, it comes
with a built in stand so you get a better quality recording and you can bookmark your recording. Click the link above to read the rave reviews of this recorder. For more
information about digital records, see our article on Preserving Family Stories Using a
Digital Voice Recorder.
Kodak Mini Video Camera with SD Card-$90.00 - Some moments in life need an instant replay button. Give the Kodak Mini Video
Camera this Christmas to your favorite genealogist and they'll grab that special moment. The size of a credit card this video camera easily slides into a pocket. With one
touch, the Kodak Mini captures all the highlights, and the pop-out USB arm makes it simple to share the fun on Facebook and YouTube sites. Capture more moments thanks to the
rechargeable Li-Polymer battery with in-camera charging. Includes great video software so you can edit your videos or add effects. It's even waterproof. The camera works great right out of the box and is a great price for a fun little video cam to keep around for those spur of the moment photo
memories.
Click here to see more gifts for $100 or Less
What would make a better gift for a family historian than access to their favorite online genealogy service? Help them access more records and resources with a gift
subscription.
Click here to see more genealogy gift subscriptions.
We've researched these gift ideas with other companies with which we have an affiliate relationship. If you follow the links on this page and choose to purchase a gift, we
might receive a commission.
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