Writing a GREAT Biography

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Writing a GREAT Biography

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Mae Jemison: Space Star Sample Paper

What’s in a GREAT Biography? A first sentence that grabs the readers attention Explains whom the biography is about and what that person is known for Provides information about the persons childhood Provides information about the persons education to show as an example of how he/she worked hard to achieve goals Gives examples of accomplishments A conclusion that lets the reader know why this person is important to know about.