Some scientists engage in a form of oral history gathering by collecting information from people about plants, animals, or environments. In this FACTivity, you will do your own oral history gathering. The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What is a family tradition from your family or a friend’s family? Materials: Pencil Paper Recording device ( optional ) This activity was originally published with “The Morel of the Story” but can be used independently of the article. Topics: Social Science, Class Discussion, Interview, Oral History, Reporting, Story Telling.