Auto-biography / Biography lesson

Biography

What is a biography?

A biography is

• a true story of a real person's life

• it is generally written by someone else

• are written in order of their life

Remember this story?

This story is a biography of Garrett Morgan

Garret Morgan and his invention

His invention worn

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Biography always starts with when and where they were born

But this Biography is not complete

Why could be the reason why its not complete?

His life?

His biography should not just be about his invention, it should also show his life, his education and such.

Should have his portrait photo

All biographies should have at least the person's face when writing about them.

Let's look at another biography

Do you know this man?

His name is Alexander Graham Bell!

Early life

• Born on March 3, 1847 in Edinburgh, Scotland

• He was homeschooled

• He didn't go to school until highschool

He was interested in the science of sound! WHY?

Because both his mother and wife were deaf.

So do you think you know what he invented?

• he invented the telephone

• was the first person to patent the idea in 1876

He formed his own telephone company in 1877

This company went through name changes and is now know as AT&T which is now a multi billion dollar company.

He was known for other invents like:

• The Metal Detector - to find metal

• Audiometer - to detect hearing problems

• Made devices that finds icebergs

• invented ways to help teach speech for deaf people.

Upon his death in 1922, every phone in North America was silenced for a short period to honor him.

Multiple Choice

What should all biographies start with?

• when they died

• when they were born

• what their success was

Multiple Choice

Biography is written

• the person themselves

• from another person

• these things write themselves

Multiple Choice

Biography is

• a fake story of a person

• is a made up person in real events

• is the true story of a person's life

Multiple Choice

Biography should be written

• in order of events

• in any order the writer chooses

• from when they were famous to the end

Definition

​Biography Text is

Literally, Biography consists of two words,
namely "Bios" which means life and "Graphia"
which means writing. The biographical text
describes a real person's life history, usually
written through

A biography is a text that tells the story of a person's
life which is more complex than just a curriculum
vitae and work data. Usually, biographical texts tell
more

At this stage of events, it will tell the events
or incidents experienced by the character
whose biography will be written. This
section contains an explanation of a story
such as problem solving, other processes,
and b

​2. Event

At the orientation stage, this section
will provide the reader with
background information on why the
biography was written. The opening
paragraph answers the 5w+1h
question.

​1. Orientation

Structure of Biography Text

Structure of Biography Text

​3.Re-Orientation

The third part contains the author's
views on the characters being told.
However, this stage is optional,
meaning that the writer can give his
personal view of the characters being
told, consisting of d

Literary Nonfiction

·       Biography: A biography is the story of a real person’s life written by someone else. We can use the word parts bio- which means “life” and graph which means “to write” to help us remember what it is.

·       Autobiography: Now we add the root auto to the word. Auto means “self” so when we add this root to the word autobiography, it changes the meaning. An autobiography is the story of a real person’s life written by them. So the person who writes the life story is writing about themselves.

·       Memoir: A memoir is also written by the author. A memoir provides factual information written in a narrative style about a significant time, place, person or event in the author’s life.

​What makes a text a Biography

• Is written from 3rd person point of view

• Is usually told in chronological (sequence) order.

• Includes facts and details of a person's life

• Includes literary language to spice up things.

Multiple Choice

Biography is a ______________________.

• fiction genre

• nonfiction genre

• fairy tale genre

• science fiction genre

Multiple Choice

A biography tells the persons place and date of ____________.

• birth

• Christmas

• dinner

• a vacation

Multiple Choice

A biography is when another person writes about the events in someone else's life.

• True

• False

Drag and Drop

Biographies are typically about ​

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another person

a famous person

an event

a place

yourself

Entertain: The biography will entertain the reader by celebrating what the person has done for the world.

Inform: The biography will inform the reader about the person's life including facts and details.

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​Authors Purpose

Multiple Choice

A biography describes the person's impact on ______________________.

• Mars

• the World

• the ocean

• the table

Multiple Select

What is the author's purpose of a Biography?

• To inform

• To persuade

• To entertain

• To describe

what is an Autobiography?

An autobiography is a text you write to describe your own life

Think your life as a story

First you need to start at the beginning

When you were born?

Where​?

Do you have any brothers or sisters?

You can add a short story about yourself​ when you were a baby

(up to age 2)​

Second when you were small

Where did you live when you were small?

​(age 2-5)

Who did you play with?

​​You could have a short story you can add here.

Third your first introduction to school

Where did you go to school?

what was the schools name?​

You can ​talk about the friends you made.

​You can add a short story.

Fourth Now

Where do you go to school now?

​Who are your friends?

​What are your interests or hobbies

do you have any ideas for the future

Birth to age 2 :​

Ages 2-5​

Ages 5-7​

Now​

Multiple Choice

An AUTOBIOGRAPHY is

• a story I wrote about someone else's life

• a story I wrote about my life

• a made up story I wrote about someone's life

• a made up story I wrote about my life

Multiple Choice

What POINT OF VIEW is an autobiography written in?

• second person

• third person

• first person

Multiple Choice

Look at the image above and focus on the details. Is this an autobiography?

• yes

• no

Multiple Choice

Look at the the image above and focus on the details. Is this an autobiography?

• yes

• no

Multiple Choice

TRUE or FALSE. An autobiography will have dates included.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Select

Which pronouns might you find in an autobiography?

• my

• you

• me

• I

Autobiography

Autobiography

An autobiography (also informally called an autobio) is a self-written account of the life of oneself.

An informal bio is designed to tell readers briefly about your interests and who you are.

How to Write a Short Autobiography

A short autobiography is an opportunity to give readers a capsule summary of who you are and what you have accomplished. 

What is the format of autobiography?

The most accepted format for an autobiography is chronological. This means writing the life story in the order in which it happened. One starts with a bit of background of parents and family, and proceeds from the time of one's birth.

Brainstorm

Brainstorm some of the elements you would like to talk about in your informal personal biography. Include major themes like relevant work experience, education, achievements (such as published books, magazine articles, art shows) and one or two interesting facts about yourself and your life. Write out as many ideas as possible while you are brainstorming.

Tell Your Story

Make a list of personal facts about yourself such as when and where you were born, where you went to school, who your mentors were, what events shaped your career decisions and whether you are married and have children.

If there were particular hardships in your life, notable ancestors in your family tree or interesting sports and hobbies that captured your attention, make a note of these as well. 

Describe our Credentials

Describe your educational credentials and course of study, special skills and licenses acquired, and a short overview of some of the significant positions you have held. In a separate paragraph, reference any awards you have achieved, travels that have broadened your opinions and volunteer activities that have enriched your life

Mention Your Future Goals

Conclude your autobiography with a brief discussion of what you are doing now and what your goals are for the future. This paragraph may also include a favorite quote or a philosophical observation about what you have learned thus far on your life's journey.

Get a Sense Check

Invite someone who isn't familiar with your life story to read your first draft and make recommendations as to whether more detail or smoother transitions are needed.