PENNING PORTRAITS

The Art of Writing Biography

 LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Define biography and Research on a famous Write a biography that

identify the purpose of figure of their choice summarizes the person's
writing one. and take notes on life and influence.
relevant information.
 WHAT IS
A BIOGRAPHY?
A biography is a written account of
a person's life, typically
highlighting their achievements,
experiences, and notable events.

Biographies can be written for

famous historical figures, public
figures, or even ordinary people
who have lived extraordinary lives.
 FEATURES OF
A BIOGRAPHY

A biography is based on factual A biography should provide historical

information gathered from reliable context to the subject's life and
sources, such as primary and achievements, explaining the social,
secondary sources, interviews, and cultural, and political factors that
historical records. influenced their life and work.
 FEATURES OF
A BIOGRAPHY

A biography tells the story of a A biography should explain the

person's life, typically in subject's significance and
chronological and thematic order. contribution to society or culture. It
The narrative should be engaging, should highlight their achievements,
informative, and well-organized. struggles, and impact on the world.
IMPORTANCE OF A BIOGRAPHY
ca n be a source Biographi
Biographies es can pr
ovide
s pi ra ti o n fo r people, insights
into the
of in historica
ia ll y yo u ng p eople. context i
n which p l
espec eople
lived in
the past.

Biographies can
serve as a
means of preser Biographies can be engaging
ving
knowledge about and entertaining to read,
important
figures and the providing a window into the
ir
achievements. lives of fascinating
individuals.
 STEPS IN
WRITING
A BIOGRAPHY
Choose a person to write about: Organize your research: Create an
Pick someone who is of interest to outline or timeline of the person's
you or who has made a significant life, including important events
impact on society. and achievements.

Gather information: Use reliable Write a rough draft: Begin with an

sources, such as books, articles, introduction that provides background
and interviews, to gather information on the person. Then,
information about the person's life follow with a chronological account
and accomplishments. of their life.
Edit and revise: Review your rough Get feedback: Share your biography
draft and make revisions as needed. with others for feedback. Consider
Ensure that your writing is clear, asking a teacher or peer to review
concise, and accurate. your work.

Include relevant details: Include Finalize your draft: Make any final
relevant details that help to paint revisions and prepare the biography
a complete picture of the person's for submission.
life.
BIOGRAPHY IS NOT
JUST A CHRONICLE OF
ONE'S LIFE
but a timeless portrait that
immortalizes the essence of a person's
legacy.
ACTIVITY 01
MY HERO
Choose your role model and research
their life and achievements
thoroughly. Use a variety of
sources, including biographies,
memoirs, and interviews.

Create an outline that includes the

following sections: early life,
achievements, personal details,
challenges, and vision for the
future.
ACTIVITY 01
MY HERO
Start writing the first draft of
the biography, following the
outline you created. Be sure to
include relevant details and use
engaging language to keep the
reader interested.

Revise the first draft for

accuracy, readability, and overall
coherence.
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