Grade 5: Researching your subject Lesson 2

RECAP:

A biography is a detailed description of a person’s life written by someone else.
The features of a biography are:

• Major achievements (personal or professional)

• Challenges or obstacles they overcame

• Legacy (what they are remembered for)

• Why it’s written (to inspire, teach, or inform others)

Researching your subject:

• Where to find information: books, websites, interviews, documentaries.

• Types of information to look for:

  • Birthplace, date of birth, family

  • Major life events (education, career)

  • Challenges they faced and overcame

  • Achievements and contributions to society

Tips for effective research:

• Use trustworthy sources (official websites, educational resources)

• Take notes as you go

• Double-check facts