Lesson Plan
Go for the Gold!
In this lesson, students learn about Chantal Petit-Clerc, a Paralympian who lost her legs at the young age of 13. After reading about her struggles and perseverance, your writers will develop biographies of other heroes they know.
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Learning Objectives
Students will be able to understand biographies and write their own biographies.
Introduction
(10 minutes)- Show students the online biography of Chantal Petitclerc, and read some excerpts aloud.