Get the Tools That Keep You Moving When You Hit a Brick Wall
Seven ready-to-use worksheets, guides, and cheatsheets—designed to work alongside the Brick Wall Solution Roadmap—so you always know what to do next.
You've done the research. You're just stuck.
The Brick Wall Solution Roadmap gives you the path forward. The Toolbox gives you everything you need to walk it—without reinventing the wheel each time you sit down to research.
- ✓ You love the puzzle of genealogy, but interruptions make it hard to remember where you left off
- ✓ You want to identify real ancestors—not just collect names—and you care about getting it right
- ✓ You're not sure if you've truly exhausted your sources before declaring a brick wall
- ✓ You need a clear next step when you sit down to research and your brain is already half-full
- ✓ You want systems that fit around real life—not a second job
7 Practical Tools. Zero Fluff.
Each PDF is built around a specific moment in your research—so instead of searching for what to do, you reach for the right tool and get back to the work you actually enjoy.
Shows you exactly when and how to use each tool in the Toolbox, so you stay focused and make steady progress with the Roadmap—without second-guessing yourself.
Print-friendly worksheets that guide you through each step of the BWS Roadmap, helping you stay organized and take action with clarity and confidence.
Learn just enough to create your first genealogy research plan—without getting bogged down—so you can start searching smarter, faster.
A smart list of must-search U.S. sources to review before declaring your research stuck—so you don't miss critical clues hiding in plain sight.
A one-page reference to help you cite and assess your sources with confidence—so you can spot weak evidence and strengthen your case.
A quick-start guide to using Evernote for genealogy research—perfect for getting organized and exploring digital tools without needing a full system.
Use this one-page prompt sheet to clearly define your genealogy problem from the start—so you don't waste time solving the wrong thing.
The right tool at exactly the right moment
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🧭Never wonder "what do I do next?"
The Tune-Up Guide gives you a quick overview of every tool in the Toolbox and how it can help when your research stalls.
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🔎Stop declaring brick walls too early
The U.S. Checklist makes sure you've truly looked before you give up—covering sources that are easy to overlook but often hold the missing piece.
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📐Research smarter, not longer
From planning your first search to evaluating conflicting sources, these tools help you use your limited research time more effectively—so every session counts.
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🧩Built to work with the Roadmap—not replace it
Unlike generic templates, every tool in this Toolbox is designed to support the BWS Roadmap steps you just downloaded, so they're immediately useful.
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🖨️Ready when you are
Print them, keep them digital, or both. These are practical reference tools—not courses to complete or lessons to study. Just open and use.
Compare: individual tools valued at $5–$7 each ($35–$49 total)
This product is exclusive to new Roadmap subscribers and is not available anywhere else.
- Tune-Up Guide
- Brick Wall Solution Planner
- Research Plan Quickstart Guide
- U.S. Brick Wall Checklist
- Source Evaluation Cheatsheet
- Evernote Cheatsheet
- Brainstorming Worksheet
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Questions? We've got you.
Do I need the Roadmap to use the Toolbox?
The Toolbox is specifically designed to complement the Brick Wall Solution Roadmap you just downloaded. While some tools are useful on their own, you'll get the most out of the Toolbox when you use it alongside the Roadmap.
Is this available somewhere else if I skip it now?
No. This product is only available here, immediately after signing up for the Roadmap. It isn't listed for sale anywhere on the site. Once you leave this page, this offer is gone.
Are these printable or digital-only?
Both. All 7 PDFs are designed to be easy to print or keep on your device. Use whatever works best for your research style.
I'm a fairly experienced genealogist. Will this still help me?
Yes—especially the Source Evaluation Cheatsheet and the Brainstorming Worksheet. These tools are built for researchers who already know the basics but want more systematic ways to tackle problems. The Checklist is also a great gut-check for experienced researchers who want to make sure they haven't overlooked something obvious.
What format are the files? How do I access them?
All 7 tools are delivered as PDF files. After purchase, you'll receive an email with details so you can access them right away.
Ready to put the right tools in your hands?
For just $17—bundled together so you don't have to track down each piece separately—you get everything you need to start your next research session with a clear plan and the confidence that you haven't missed anything.
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