Writing about a Veteran: Biography Writing Assignment for 6th 7th 8th Grade

This middle school Veteran’s Day writing project has students interview or research a veteran. They then write an essay with at least five paragraphs about the veteran. Guidelines are included for the content of each paragraph, making it easier for students who struggle to write essays. There are pages for students to brainstorm questions for each paragraph and graphic organizers with space to record answers to questions, helping students organize their information so that it is readily available when they are ready to start writing their essays. This project combines narrative writing, informational writing, and research, making it the perfect Veteran’s Day assignment to help your students practice their writing skills!

What’s included in this resource:

• Student packet with cover page
• Information about the project
• Brainstorming page for choosing a veteran
• Space to write questions for paragraphs
• Graphic organizers for recording answers/research
• Final instructions/guidelines
• Revising checklist for checking rough draft

Benefits:

• Gives students writing practice
• Combines narrative writing, informational writing, and research
• Includes space to brainstorm interview/research questions
• Graphic organizers help students organize answers/research
• Checklist helps students revise rough draft

Instructions/tips for implementation:

• Go over the packet with students and explain the assignment.
• Give students time to brainstorm and write questions.
• Let students know what is required when citing sources.
• Assign a due date, giving students adequate time to gather their information and write their papers.
• Remind students to use the checklist on page 16 when checking their rough drafts.

This resource is licensed for single classroom use only, including homeschool use. It is also licensed for single classroom use online, provided that it is available on password-protected sites only.

Great for 6th, 7th and 8th grade!

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