Boxing Biography Writing Research Guide

Boxing Biography Research and Writing Guide Guide students step-by-step through researching and writing a biography essay on a famous boxer. First, students select a boxing legend and conduct background research using the included worksheet. Next, they organize their notes and cite quality sources. Then, students use the essay outline to plan their 5-paragraph essay, which conforms to MLA formatting standards. Finally, students write a draft, participate in peer review, and submit a final research essay that is assessed using the included rubric aligned to Common Core ELA standards. Use the full 6-page resource for a complete lesson or just portions for a shorter research activity. Best for grades 7-10 language arts or PE classes. Includes: background research worksheet, essay outline, peer review checklist, grading rubric, and instructions. Promotes informational writing skills.