This lesson is best used within an "identity" unit, or as a means to learn about your students at the beginning of the school year. Your students will be able to write autobiographical essays highlighting how their life experiences and the individuals in their lives have helped them develop into who they are today. This is taught via explicit modeling. Therefore, although a sample model essay is included, it is a good idea to write your own autobiographical essay to better connect with your students.

OBJECTIVE
Students will be able to create autobiographical essays.
Students will be able to use appropriate adjectives to describe themselves.
Students will be able to use a graphic organizer to plan their written pieces.
MATERIALS
"Who Am I" graphic organizer (PDF) for each student
Model "Who Am I" essay (PDF) for each student
Essay rubric (PDF) for each student
Exit slip (PDF) for each student
Transparency paper
Overhead projector