Read Your German Ancestors'

Records in 2025!

Learn With Internationally-Known Handwriting Expert Katherine Schober —

Live Classes Start January 23 (Thursdays at 2:00 ET)

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Live Handwriting Immersion Workshop Starts January 23—Secure Your Spot Now!

We will meet live on Zoom every Thursday at 2:00-3:30PM ET, starting January 23, 2025!

The Handwriting Immersion Workshop is THE opportunity for you to learn the old German script. With interactive games, worksheets, and more, this workshop has been called "the highlight of my year" by past students.

Every week, you'll receive hands-on practice and step-by-step guidance, starting with the basics and moving up to reading entire records—meaning you'll learn to read your German ancestors' records in just eight weeks! Imagine how that will set you up for the rest of the year...

Watch as those scary scribbles turn into the keys to your family history — unlocking stories you never knew existed.

See What Last Year's Students Had to Say:

Upon Sign-Up, You'll Receive:


12 Hours of LIVE Instruction with German Handwriting Expert Katherine Schober: Receive real-time, interactive teaching to ensure you fully grasp each concept. ($1,200 value)

12 Hours of Recordings – Download and Keep Forever: Miss a session or want to review a lesson? You’ll have lifetime access to all recordings, so you can revisit the content whenever you need it. ($600 value)

7 Expert-Designed Genealogy Worksheet Packets: Practice each concept with specialized homework worksheets - tailored to this group - to solidify your skills before moving on to the next lesson. ($175 value)

Private Student Discussion Board: Join a dedicated space ONLY for Immersion Workshop participants to connect, share resources, ask questions, and get help with specific handwriting challenges. ($100 value)

The Ability to Read Your German Ancestors’ Records: Gain priceless skills that allow you to unlock your family’s history and stories, giving you a deeper connection to your heritage and identity. (That's PRICELESS, right?)

PLUS!

Immediate Access to these Resources Today:

Comprehensive 25-Page German Genealogy Vocabulary Guide: This is THE list! Get exclusive access to this detailed guide - currently not for sale - featuring 25 pages of German words, their English translations, and their handwritten forms to help you decipher your historical records. ($50 value)

Exclusive Premium Member German Vocabulary Article Package: Enhance your understanding with a curated set of additional Germanology Unlocked articles specifically tailored to the words you need to understand for your research ($25 value)

That's a total value of over $2,150!


Grab your spot today for just $997

Or choose five monthly payments of $200 you can save AND learn!


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Plus, you'll get instant access to the German Genealogy Vocabulary List and Article Package as soon as you sign up! Start using those valuable vocabulary resources even before the workshop begins!


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Get to Know Your Teacher

Katherine Schober, Founder and CEO of Germanology Unlocked

Katherine Schober, founder and CEO of Germanology Unlocked, is a German-English genealogy translator, author, and educator. Her German translation work, focusing on the old German script, has been featured on the last eight seasons of the PBS television show Finding Your Roots, and will be featured in the upcoming season as well. With over a decade of professional experience, she is dedicated to helping others uncover their German ancestry and preserve their family stories for future generations.

Katherine offers services focused on deciphering old German handwriting, which include translations, webinars, classes, and workshops. She has been a featured speaker at major national genealogy conferences over the years, such as RootsTech, The International German Genealogy Partnership Conference, NGS, and more. There, she shares her expertise on working with German records and deciphering the handwriting.

Combining her deep knowledge of the German language with a passion for genealogy, Katherine strives to make your journey of uncovering your family history exciting, fun, and, most importantly, doable for all!

Have questions? We have answers for you!

When does the workshop start and finish?

The workshop starts on January 23 and runs for eight weeks, with live classes held every Thursday at 2:00 pm EST/11:00 am PST. there will be a one-week break during the week of RootsTech, the biggest genealogy event of the year (March 6), All sessions will be available to download shortly after each live session, so you can review the material anytime you need.

How long do I have access to the recordings?

You’ll have lifetime access to all the recordings. They’ll be available to download shortly after each live session, so you can review the material anytime you work on your genealogy.

Do I need any experience with German to take this course?

No prior experience with German is needed! This workshop is designed for both beginners and experienced genealogists. We’ll guide you step-by-step through the basics of reading old German handwriting (which may be a review for some) and build up to advanced reading techniques.

Can I download and print the materials, or will I only be able to see them on my computer?

You can download, print, and keep all the materials, including worksheets and vocabulary guides, to use whenever you need.

What if I miss a session?

Every session is recorded and made available for you to download and watch at your convenience. We do recommend watching each session before the following week's lesson, however.

If I have questions during the 8 weeks, where should I ask them?

You can ask questions during the live sessions or on our private discussion board, where you’ll get support from Katherine and your fellow workshop students. You can also reach out to Katherine via e-mail at admin@germanologyunlocked.com.

Will I receive any materials before the workshop starts?

Yes! As soon as you register, you’ll get immediate access to our exclusive German Genealogy Vocabulary and Article Package. This way, you can start familiarizing yourself with common German words and phrases before the live sessions begin in January.

Will the workshop be fun?

Absolutely! We believe learning should be enjoyable. Katherine Schober’s teaching style is interactive and engaging, making the experience both educational and fun.

Have additional questions? Email us at admin@germanologyunlocked.com and our team will answer!

Learn to read your German ancestors' records in just eight weeks! What better way to start the new year and kick your genealogy goals off right?!

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