Name__________________________________________Period____
Biography of
_____________________________________________
Title
____________________________________________________
Author___________________________________________________
Number of
pages___________________________________________
You must finish reading your book by:
Friday, January 12, 2007!
Essay must be handed in no later than Friday,
January 26, 2007!
Student Timeline:
I will read up to
page_____ by Friday, December 22
I will read up to
page_____ by Friday, January 5
I will finish my
book by Friday, January 12
PART ONE:
Students reading
about a person who had influenced history or led an inspiring life
will answer the following three questions. These questions will
be formatted in an expository essay. Please see the criteria sheet
attached. Questions to answer:
Identify
the person’s greatest challenge and discuss how
he/she handled it. Give specific examples from the book.
How
does this person inspire you or others?
Be sure to give specific references from the book to make
your points.
What
new learning or insights did you gain from reading this
book?
I am especially interested in what you personally learned
from reading this book. What did you find interesting? Is
there anything you would like to know more about after
reading this book?
Teacher Approval of
Book: ___________________________________________
Student Signature:
_________________________________________________
I have reviewed
both parts of this assignment with my child, and I am aware of my
child’s book choice and timeline:
__________________________________________
(Parent/Guardian Signature)
