Biography Worksheet Template

Name:

Date:

🎯 Learning Goals & Supports

I can... identify key facts about a historical figure (birthdate, achievements, challenges) and write a short summary in my own words.

I can... use reliable sources to support my biography and explain the person's impact.

Success criteria — I can:

• Find and record the person's birthdate and birthplace (DD/MM/YYYY).

• Describe at least two achievements and one challenge the person faced.

• Write a clear 5–6 sentence summary using my own words.

Dyslexia-friendly reading options — offer to students:

• Short, chunked text lines and larger spacing.

• Coloured overlays or background (teacher provides) and sans-serif font when printed.

• Audio recording of a short source or text-to-speech where possible.

Differentiation strategies (for diverse learners):

• Community class / students with special needs: provide a partially completed template and verbal prompts.

• Students working at grade 3–4 level: allow bullet-point answers and sentence starters (e.g., "He/She was known for...").

• Students with ADHD: offer a choice of a shorter task or frequent, timed breaks; use a checklist to track steps.

Extension activities (for advanced learners):

• Research a primary source quote and explain how it shows the person's character.

• Compare this figure to another historical figure in a short paragraph.

1. Full name of the historical figure:

2. Birthdate (DD/MM/YYYY):

3. Birthplace (city, province/state, country):

4. Early life — one or two sentences about family or childhood:

5. Occupation / main role in history (what did they do?):

6. Main achievements — list two important achievements:

7. Challenges or obstacles they faced (describe one or two):

8. Legacy / impact — why are they remembered today?

9. Important sources you used (title, website or book):

10. Write a 5–6 sentence summary of this person's life in your own words. Start with a topic sentence that includes their name and main achievement:

11. Write one sentence that states the main idea or thesis of your summary:

12. Reflection question: If you could ask this person one question, what would it be and why?