Step 5: Learn about DNA and Genealogy

The more you know the easier it will be!   While waiting on your test results to come in, take this opportunity to learn.

• Beginners Guide to Genetic Genealogy
• International Society of Genetic Genealogy (ISOGG)
• DNAAdoption.org (classes)
• Blogs
• How DNA is Passed Down 

Building accurate trees is a key skill – practice on your known or adoptive family with the help of these resources

• Ancestry Family Tree Resources
• MyHeritage Help Center
• How to Build a Tree (DNAAdoption video – a little old but the concept still applies)

Join a support community

DNAadoption.org Google Group

• Local Genealogy society – often have free and supportive help
• Local LDS Family History Center -free and supportive help
• DNA Newbie or other Facebook groups
• Your local library – free access to ancestry, My Heritage, and other genealogical