aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	English
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Planning a biography
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Lesson Introduction: Planning a Biography

Opening Hook: "Who Inspires You?"

Objective:

Today, we are going to dive into the exciting world of biographies! By the end of this lesson, you will learn how to plan and write a biography about someone who has inspired you.

Engaging Activity:

Start with a Story:

1. Gather Around: Invite the students to sit in a circle. Share a short, captivating story about a famous Australian figure. For example, you might talk about Sir Charles Kingsford Smith, the aviation pioneer.

2. Discussion: After the story, ask the students the following questions:

   • Who was the person you just heard about?
   • What did they do that was special?
   • Why do you think they are an important figure in history?

Encourage students to elaborate on their thoughts, fostering a sense of curiosity about the person's life and achievements.

Brainstorming Session:

"Who Inspires You?"

• Ask each student to think of someone they admire. It could be a family member, a friend, a teacher, or a historical figure.
• Give them a minute to think and then share their ideas with a partner.
• After a few minutes, invite some students to share who they chose and why.

Transition to Lesson:

Now that we've sparked our imagination, we’re ready to learn how to plan a biography!

In the next part of our lesson, we will explore the essential elements of a biography and start planning our very own! Grab your notebooks, and let’s get creative!