Ordinary People in Extraordinary Circumstances
Description:This is an independent reading project focusing on biographies. Students select a biography and while reading, complete a double entry journal. After reading, student create a presentation which includes a summary of the story, research the historical context, a report card for the main character based on personality traits, and a review of the book.
Last Updated:Feb-21-2010
Subject(s):- Language Arts
- Grades 6-8 / Ages 11-13
- middle
- 6th
- 7th
- 8th
- tween
- Activity: Assignment/Homework
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- Contributed By: sporath MadTown
This is an independent reading project focusing on biographies. Students select a biography and while reading, complete a double entry journal. After reading, student create a presentation which includes a summary of the story, research the historical context, a report card for the main character based on personality traits, and a review of the book.

