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Looking for an example of a short biography to jumpstart your next research writing unit? You found it! This 5-paragraph writing piece about the inspiring Wilma Rudolph is a perfect example of a biography essay for 4th grade and up. Sharing a sample of a biography essay at the beginning of a unit is a perfect way to make sure students are on the right track!
How do you use an example of a short biography?
Share this essay with students while using the checklist. Together, identify examples of essential biography writing elements in the essay. I recommend using a different colored marker to find each item on the checklist. Students can follow along!
“Example of a Short Biography with Unit” includes:
- composition: introduction, 3 body paragraphs, closing
- bold beginning
- thesis statement
- use of chronological transition words, such as in her early years, during his life, or at the age of ______
- use of research facts and details
- clever closing
- citation
What else is included with the example of a biography essay?
- 2 weeks of lesson plans
- a 2nd, easier essay for differentiation
- labeled student notes (in color and b/w)
- graphic organizer
- biography transition words
- revising/editing checklist
- works cited pages
- an easy-to-grade assessment
- 5 pages of anchor charts (for intro, body #1, body #2, body #3, & conclusion)
Table of Contents is hyperlinked for easy navigation
This example of a short biography and comprehensive, step-by-step unit is sure to give your students the confidence they need to write their next 5-paragraph biographical essay!
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