Writing a Biographical Sketch INTRODUCTION *Introduce the subject (your everyday hero) *State major accomplishments/what known for *When and where (what time period) subject lived BODY PARAGRAPHS *Tell about childhood and education *Tell about relationships with family members *Chronologically explain the events that led to the field of work that your hero chose and any successes/pitfalls along the way. CONCLUSION *Summary *Statements of personal philosophy and/or self-reflection *Quotes made by or about the subject