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Biography Lesson Plan: An Introduction to Biographies

Submitted by: stacey lopez.

In this lesson plan which is adaptable for grades 1-5, students will use BrainPOP and/or BrainPOP Jr. resources to learn about biographies. Students will then select a person whose biography they would like to read (or watch a short video about on BrainPOP). Finally, students will write their own biography on a selected person.

Lesson Plan Common Core State Standards Alignments

Students will:.

• Define and explain what a biography is.
• Read or watch an example of a biography.
• Compose a biography.
• Computer with internet access for BrainPOP
• Interactive whiteboard (or just an LCD projector)
• Chart Paper
• Markers--variety of colors
• Sticky notes and pencils for students
• Biography template (optional)

Preparation:

Lesson procedure:.

• Explain to students that a biography of a famous person includes many facts. Ask them to take notes while they are watching either the BrainPOP Biography movie or the BrainPOP Jr. Biography movie. Explain that they will contribute to a class anchor chart about biographies.
• After the movie has finished, ask each student for a fact to add to the anchor chart. Alternate the colors to make it exciting. Students will be able to identify their contribution to the class anchor chart.
• Ask to students to read or watch a biography for a selected person in order to gather more information. Students could watch any of the BrainPOP topics in the Famous Historical Figures Unit or BrainPOP Jr. Biographies Unit , or read about the person's life in a book or online. Instruct students to take more notes while reading.
• Talk with students about the common features their biographies shared. What makes a good biography? Add to the anchor chart as needed.
• Each student may then write their own biography of another person using some of the facts that the class gathered.

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Biography ESL Lesson Plan [Free PDF]

Table of Contents

Introduction

The Biography ESL Lesson Plan is designed to introduce students to the concept of biographies and help them develop their language skills through the exploration of real-life stories. This lesson plan aims to engage students in learning about different people’s lives, while also expanding their vocabulary, reading, and writing abilities. By delving into the lives of various individuals, students can gain cultural insights and improve their language proficiency. This topic provides a rich opportunity for language practice and cultural understanding, making it an essential part of an ESL curriculum.

Vocabulary Building

Contextual Usage

Esl warm-up activity.

To kick off the Biography ESL Lesson Plan, start with an engaging activity called “Guess the Biography.” Prepare a set of flashcards, each featuring a famous person or historical figure. Without revealing the names, describe each person using adjectives and key events from their lives. Encourage students to guess the identity of each individual based on the clues provided. This activity not only captures students’ attention but also introduces them to the concept of biographies and the vocabulary associated with notable figures.

Main ESL Lesson Activities

Vocabulary activity: who am i, listening exercise: biography podcast.

Provide students with a short podcast episode featuring a biography of a well-known individual. After listening, facilitate a group discussion where students share what they learned and express their opinions about the person’s life. This exercise enhances listening skills and promotes collaborative learning.

Roleplay: Interview with a Historical Figure

Esl homework assignment.

For homework, students will choose a historical figure or a person of interest and write a short biography about them. They should include key events, achievements, and the impact the individual had on society. Encourage students to use the vocabulary and concepts learned in class. Additionally, they can prepare a brief presentation to share their biographies with the class in the next session. This assignment reinforces writing skills, research abilities, and public speaking.

Why this topic is great for ESL learning

Enhanced language skills.

Studying biographies provides a rich opportunity for ESL learners to expand their vocabulary, improve reading and writing abilities, and enhance their overall language proficiency.

Cultural Understanding

Real-life relevance, post navigation.

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