Significant People from History - Research Writing Series: Neil Armstrong

Explore and be inspired by larger-than-life people who impacted the shaping of America and the world.In 5 short weeks, Blackbird & Company Research Study Guides will walk students through the process of studying a significant person from history and composing an original biographical essay.Week 1 through 3:I introduce a rich vocabulary to describe the character traits exemplified by these historical figures.Provide observation questions designed to help students extract details that matter.Equip students with the scaffolding that enables them to craft one body paragraph that will later become part of the culminating essay.Week 4:Students craft a simple introduction and conclusion, put the components together, and, voila, an essay!Week 5:A creative project, of course, that offers directives to tap into the students imagination.On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a “giant leap for mankind.” This Eagle Scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft before becoming an astronaut. Over 80 black-and-white illustrations bring Armstrong’s story to life. Read more