Writing

Biography Worksheet

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Learn more about a famous person in history and record this information on a biography format worksheet. After conducting research on a person of interest, biographers record information about their subject's name, birth and death dates, as well as information on background and accomplishments.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use in a unit about historical figures, Black History Month, or famous women in history
  • Ask advanced computer users to create their own electronic template that includes the same information
  • Modify the form and have class members interview and write short biographies about each other
Classroom Considerations
  • Have researchers use the worksheet as a place to keep notes during research or as a final draft form for their report
Pros
  • A great addition to a unit about research and citing sources
  • Well-organized and straightforward for any reading level
  • Includes sections for different types of details, as well as a place for a picture
Cons
  • None
Common Core