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Writing an Autobiography - Understanding Auto and Bio

Explore the concept of autobiographies and biographies, understand the prefix "auto," and distinguish between the two genres. Discover the primary sources of information in autobiographies and test your knowledge with a quick quiz. Engage with famous faces like Anne Frank and Jessica Ennis to identi

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Biography of Florence Nightingale by Lytton Strachey: Unveiling the Truth Behind the Popular Conception

Florence Nightingale, a prominent English social reformer and statistician, was not merely the saintly figure portrayed in popular imagination. This article delves into her family background in Derbyshire, highlighting her affluent upbringing and the societal expectations she defied by choosing a di

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Understanding Biographies: Facts and Features

A biography is a detailed account of a person's life written by an author who has researched the subject extensively. It typically includes information about the individual's birth, childhood, significant life events, achievements, and, if deceased, details of their death. Biographies are written in

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Sources for Understanding Modern India's History

Plenty of information on political, social, economic, and cultural developments in Modern India can be found through literary sources like printed books, government documents, newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, historical buildings, biographies, and memoirs. These sources shed light on various aspect

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Exploring My Favorite Singers: Lady Gaga and INNA

Discover the captivating journey of American singer Lady Gaga, known for her unique style and exciting songs, as well as Romanian singer INNA, with her pop-rock flair. Explore their biographies, careers, styles, and why they are adored by many around the world.

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Understanding the Sources for the History of Modern India

The sources for the history of modern India encompass literary sources such as printed books, government documents, newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, historical buildings, biographies, and memoirs. These sources provide insights into the political, social, economical, and cultural developments in In

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Understanding Recount Text Structures and Features

Recount text is used to retell events in chronological order and describe what happened. It can include various text types like letters, diaries, newspaper articles, biographies, and more. Different structures such as factual recount, historical recount, and personal recount provide a framework for

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Exploring Found Poetry with Primary Sources

Discover the art of found poetry by selecting words of theme, essence, and significance from primary sources such as historical documents or biographies. Transforming existing text into poetry creates new meaning and expression. Utilize Library of Congress resources and teaching guides to engage in

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Enhancing Writing Skills at Escrick C of E Primary School

At Escrick C of E Primary School, the approach to English education focuses on core skills like phonics, reading, writing, and letter formation. The curriculum incorporates a variety of text types and genres, including persuasive writing, biographies, fiction, and poetry. Writing activities are embe

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Welsh Female Singers: Descriptions and Biographies

Explore descriptions and biographies of Welsh female singers like Kizzy Crawford and Elin Fflur. Learn about their appearances and backgrounds, and discover their music through this engaging task.

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