Biography--Jessica's English class

In English Class, Jessica started a biography unit. She is learning how to "think like a biographer." She is analyzing primary and secondary sources about this topic, watching film clips, and later completing a biography project on her subject of choice. We will focus on the concepts of CHANGE, CHOICE, CHALLENGES, AND EXPERIENCES. 


Jessica is considering studying Coco Chanel for her project. 

We are also reading some wise words from famous biographer David McCullough: http://www.writermag.com/en/sitecore/content/Home/Articles/2001/09/David%20McCullough%20on%20the%20art%20of%20biography.aspx