Writing a Biographical Poem

This is a fun project for school and the results are almost always wonderful. We have used this method to produce a poem that can be written in calligraphy and framed to give as a gift. It is something that most children can do on their own.


Here's the formula to do your own:
First Name
Adjective
How You fit in the Family
Lover of (3 things)
Who needs (3 things)
Who gives (2 things)
Who pursues (3 things)
Who would like to see (2 things)
Descriptor
Last name

Here is an example:
George
Strong
Oldest
Lover of nature, books and God,
Who needs love, family and friends.
Who gives of himself and his time.
Who pursues life, liberty and happiness.
Who would like to see peace and freedom.
Steadfast
Washington