1. Yourself and Of Mice and Men
Bio Poems
Yourself and Of Mice and Men

2. Bio-Poem
A poem that follows a specific format, which allows you to get to know the subject better.
Although the format is specific, you can be very creative with it!

3. Bio-Poem Format
Line 1. First Name Line 2. Four traits that describe character (adjectives) Line 3. Relative (brother, sister, daughter, son, etc.) of _____ Line 4. Lover of _______(list three things or people) Line 5. Who feels _____ (three items) Line 6. Who needs _____ (three items) Line 7. Who fears _____ (three items) Line 8. Who gives _____ (three items) Line 9. Who would like to see _____ (three items) Line 10. Resident of _____ Line 11. Last Name

4. Samples:
Darice Adventurous, curious, earthy, and caring Daughter of Marge and Seth Lover of climbing, fishing, biking Who feels relaxed with friends, happy on holidays, and energetic when outdoors Who gives love, patience, and encouragement Who fears large exams, big black hairy spiders, and mice Who would like to see Alaska, the Black Sea,and India. Who lives in Chicago, Illinois Ali

5. Sample:
Amy
Who is creative, intelligent, fun, responsible, and enthusiastic
Who is the sister of Meghan, Melinda, Chris, and Harrison
Who loves to create art, read science fiction, and run track
Who feels joy when writing poetry, running track, watching movies, and eating junk food
Who needs the telephone, her hairbrush, macaroni and cheese, her friends, and her family
Who gives her MeMaw much joy and her father and mother much pride
Who fears not doing well on tests, zits, gossip, and coming in last at the meet
Who would like to win the 880, travel the world, and win the lottery
Who shares her secrets, her worries, and her love with MeMaw
Who is an honor roll student, a typical 13-year old, and best friends with Chris and Jamie
Who is a resident of Trenton, New Jersey
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6. Sample:
Nancie Funny, athletic, neurotic, and kind Sister of Jessica and Melissa Lover of chocolate, running, and reading Who feels relaxed with her husband, free when running and calm when outdoors Who needs running shoes, books, and students Who fears crows, crowds, and being left behind Who gives cookies, support, and perspective Who would like to see the Northern Lights, New Zealand and President Obama Resident of Tracy Perez

7. Task 1: Create a bio-poem for yourself. Due: TUESDAY
Can NOT be on lined paper
Should be: in color, written clearly, and no misspellings.
May have pictures
Due: TUESDAY

8. Task 2 Create a bio-poem of one of the characters from Of Mice and Men
Can NOT be on lined paper
Should be: in color, written clearly, and no misspellings.
May have pictures