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December 2007 to February 2008 |
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Our December and January book project was to read a biography of a famous person and learn about the contributions the person made to the world. Afterwards, students wrote a report, drew a sketch of the person, created a timeline using Inspiration, and wrote a poem using Microsoft Word. The printed work was displayed in a file folder format. In February, students will dress up as the famous person and tell us all about "his" or "her" life. Enjoy looking through our projects See the Biography Project Requirements Page Projects are being added as they are completed. Visit our Biography Links Page
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Abraham Lincoln
by Adrian |
Rosa Parks
by Alliah |
Daniel Boone
by Amberlyn |
Paul McCartney
by Becky |
Annie Oakley
by Betsy |
Theodore Roosevelt
by Brenna |
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William Clark
by Briana |
Wilbur Wright
by Cameron |
Beverly Cleary
by Carli |
Meriwether Lewis
by Dalton |
Johnny Appleseed
by Eric |
Abraham Lincoln
by Gillian |
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Amelia Earhart
by Grace |
Abraham Lincoln
by Hunter |
Hank Greenberg
by Jacob |
Johnny Cash
by Jake |
John F. Kennedy
by Jocilyn |
Thomas Edison
by Jordan |
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Patrick Henry
by Judy |
Benjamin Franklin
Poem by Lovesta |
Ulysses S. Grant
by Monica |
Martin Luther
by Nolan |
Babe Ruth
by Preston |
Sacajawea
by Rachael |
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David Crockett
by Reed |
Chief Joseph
by Tyler |
Dale Earnhardt
by Zachary |
Tiger Woods
by Zakk |
Important Person Timelines Made Using Inspiration
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Abraham Lincoln by Adrian |
Rosa Parks by Alliah |
Daniel Boone by Amberlyn |
Paul McCartney by Becky |
Annie Oakley by Betsy |
Theodore Roosevelt by Brenna |
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William Clark by Briana |
Wilbur Wright by Cameron |
Beverly Cleary by Carli |
Meriwether Lewis by Dalton |
Johnny Appleseed by Eric |
Abraham Lincoln by Gillian |
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Amelia Earhart by Grace |
Abraham Lincoln by Hunter |
Hank Greenberg by Jacob |
Johnny Cash by Jake |
John F. Kennedy by Jocilyn |
Thomas Edison by Jordan |
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Patrick Henry by Judy |
Benjamin Franklin by Lovesta |
Ulysses S. Grant by Monica |
Martin Luther by Nolan |
Babe Ruth by Preston |
Sacajawea by Rachael |
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David Crockett by Reed |
Chief Joseph by Tyler |
Dale Earnhardt by Zachary |
Tiger Woods by Zakk |
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Important Poems
The important thing about Annie Oakley is that she was the best woman sharp shooter in the late 1800’s. She could shoot the edge of a playing card from 30 paces away. She met and became friends with Chief Sitting Bull. She went to England and celebrated 50 years of queen with Queen Victoria. But the important thing about Annie Oakley is that she showed women they can be as good or better at things then men.
The important thing about Abraham Lincoln is that he helped set the slaves free. He became a soldier but never had to fight. He became the sixteenth president. He ran ten kilometers just to return a few pennies to a customer. But the important thing about Abraham Lincoln is that he helped save the slaves.
George Herman Ruth (Babe Ruth) By Preston The important thing about Babe Ruth is that he was a famous baseball player. He played baseball for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and the Boston Braves. He made it into the Hall of Fame. He hit 714 home runs in his career. But the most important thing about Babe Ruth is that he helped baseball become popular in America.
The important thing about Martin Luther is that translated the Bible from Latin to German. He nailed the 95 Theses to a church door to protest the sale of indulgences. He faced the Diet of Worms to discuss the sale of indulgences. He was a prolific author and composer. But the important thing about Martin Luther is that, as a result of these things, he created Lutheranism.
The important thing about Amelia Earhart is that she was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. She made a statement that men and woman are equal. She became one of the first women to be a nurse in one of the wars. She read to the soldiers in the war. She got her first flying record at 14,000 feet high. But the important thing about Amelia is that she loved what she did more than anything in the world. When she wanted to do something she did it the best she could at the moment.
The important thing about Johnny Cash is he was a famous country western singer. He sang country songs. He had many singing tours. At age 48, he was the youngest living person into the Country Music Hall of Fame. But the important thing about Johnny Cash is that he was a great singer.
The important thing about Chief Joseph is he tried to fight for his land with words and ideas. He loved two things the most - his people and his home in the Wallowa Valley. He led his people into battle for the first time. He was the most important figure ever to reside in Okanogan County. But the important thing about Chief Joseph is that he tried to fight for his land with words and ideas.
The important thing a Patrick Henry about is that he was the first to be elected governor in Virginia. He worked as a desk clerk in the country at store when he was 15. He said, “Give me liberty or give me death.” He spoke out against Stamp Act. But the important thing about Patrick Henry about is that he was the first to be elected governor in Virginia.
The important thing about Ulysses S. Grant is that he was the general for the North in the Civil War. He was the 18th President of America. He captured Fort Donelson. He captured Vicksburg. But the important thing about Ulysses S. Grant is that if it weren’t for him we would have slaves!
The important thing about Meriwether Lewis is he discovered the Northwest Passage. He was the governor of Louisiana Territory. He was a personal secretary for Thomas Jefferson. He led the Lewis and Clark expedition. But the important thing about Meriwether Lewis is that he discovered the Northwest Passage that opened up the west!
The most important about Tiger woods is that he won the World Series of Golf. He won over one hundred golf tournaments. He won the Championship of Golf six times. He is a natural at playing golf. But the most important thing about Tiger Woods is that he is a kind person that encourages other people to do sports.
The important thing about Hank Greenberg is that he was a famous baseball player. He served in the U.S. Army. He has a wonderful family. He did not play in the baseball playoffs during the Jewish holiday, Yom Kippur. But the important thing about Hank Greenberg is that he was a famous baseball player.
The important thing about Sacagawea is she led Lewis & Clark on their expedition. She also gathered food for the men. She was the most helpful of all because she was a woman. She also interpreted for Lewis & Clark. But the most important thing about Sacagawea is she led Lewis & Clark on their expedition.
The important thing about William Clark is that he helped Lewis cross the Louisiana territory. He wrote letters to Lewis. He met an Indian girl. He studied plants. But the important thing about William Clark is that he traveled the Louisiana territory.
One of the important things about Abraham Lincoln is that he was one of our famous Presidents. He married Sarah Bush Johnston. He got elected the 16th president of the United States of America and he took his presidency very seriously. He was shot in the back of his head and killed by John Wilkes Booth. But the important thing about Abraham Lincoln is that he was made an impact with other people by saying no one should have slaves.
The important thing about Daniel Boone is that he was famous for hunting. He helped his family by hunting food. He hunted all the time. He carved the Wilderness Road out of the forest and found Boonesborough. But the important thing about Daniel Boone is that he rescued his daughter from the Shawnee Indians.
The important thing about Dale Earnhardt is that he is the best racecar driver in history. He won seven Winston Cup championships. He started his own company called D.E.I. He was called the “Intimidator,” by everyone. But the most important thing about Dale Earnhardt is that he is the best race car driver from 1951-2001.
The important thing about Davy Crockett is that he was a great hunter. He hunted food for armies who fought Indians. He helped poor people get land. He was a congressman. But the important thing about Davy Crockett is that he was a good man.
The important thing about Rosa Parks she did not give up her seat on a bus. She taught people about racism. She taught people to respect others. She taught people to stand up for themselves and others. But the important thing about Rosa Parks is that she did not give up her seat to a white man.
The important thing about Thomas Edison is he was a great inventor. He invented over 1,000 things. He worked for the Navy during World War I. He invented the first light bulb. But the most important thing about Thomas Edison is he helped the people with all of his inventions.
The important thing about Johnny Appleseed is that he planted apple seeds in America. He slept out in the open with no blankets so he didn't disturb the animals or people. He donated his money to the poor and for animals. He bought sick and old animals from people so they wouldn't kill or put them down. But the most important thing about Johnny Appleseed is that he planted apple seeds in America and did it for free and taught other how.
The important thing about Abraham Lincoln is that he made America a better place. He made a ruling in 1863 called the Emancipation Proclamation. He became the 16th president of the U.S.A. He stopped slavery. But the important thing about Abe Lincoln is that he stopped slavery.
Benjamin Franklin by Lovesta Important things about Benjamin Franklin is he discovered electricity. He made bifocals. He made the Franklin Stove. He made the first post office in the United States. But the important thing about Benjamin Franklin is that he signed the Declaration of Independence.
The important thing about Theodore Roosevelt is that he was the 26th president of the United States. He started the Rough Riders. He brought lots of new national parks into the United States. He was the youngest man ever to be president of the United States. But the important thing about Theodore Roosevelt is that he was the 26th president of the United States.
The important thing about Wilbur Wight is that he invented the wings for the plane. He started a printing business. He built the controllers for a plane. He and his brother made a helicopter like the toy their dad gave them. But the most important thing about Wilbur Wright is he made the first flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.
The important thing about Paul McCartney is he was in a band called The Beatles. He played a guitar and sang. He would not let go the guitar when he was a kid. He lost his best friend, Ringo Starr. But the important thing about Paul McCartney is he is still alive and people buy his CDs and listen to his music every day.
The important thing about Beverly Cleary is that she wrote books and made a change in other people’s lives to read books. She is a famous author. She wrote 12 books. She has lots of kids who read her books. But the important thing about Beverly Cleary is that kids will remember Beverly Cleary as a famous author.
John F. Kennedy by Jocilyn The important thing about John F. Kennedy is that he was a great president. He wrote a book called Why England Slept. He stood for human rights. He tried to be a great president. But the important thing about John F. Kennedy is that he was a great president.
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Projects from the Past
Biography Projects from 2004-2005
Biography Newsletters from 2003-2004
Biography Speech Day from 2002-2003
Biography Slide Shows from 2001-2002
Biography Inspiration Timelines from 2001-2002
Biography Character Sketches from 2001-2002
Biography Newspapers of the Time from 2001-2002
