Chapter 4: Biography

Evaluating Biography

Surprisingly, biography titles have so many criteria to consider including both the author’s approach to the subject’s contribution to history, often noted through the author’s tone. Engaging writing, selecting of which details of the life of the individual, and text features and illustrations also add to the book’s value. Use these questions when considering biography.

Further Discussion: Selecting Biography

This document provides an example of the discussions that are a part of working through each of these selection tools.  A deeper dive  into the way you consider each genre or literature type.