This track includes sites that provide activities and suggestions for teaching the reading and comprehension of biographical literature. Creative book report ideas and guidelines, note-taking tactics, and creative writing activities to share information about a persons life are included in the plans. A TN Curriculum Frameworks Content for Reading in grades 3-5 states: The student will develop the reading skills necessary for word recognition, comprehension, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and appreciation of the written text. Learning expectations for this standard include the following: * Experience and develop interest in literature which includes multicultural, gender, and ethnic diversity. * Apply a variety of reading strategies. * Extend reading vocabulary utilizing sight words, phonetic and structural analysis, and context. * Improve comprehension by interpreting, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating written text. *Use comprehension strategies to enhance understanding, to make predictions, and to respond to literature. * Read orally to develop fluency, expression, accuracy, and confidence. * Read independently for a variety of purposes. * Utilize sources of information including technological tools. *Develop study skills to facilitate learning. * Develop skills in making inferences and recognizing unstated assumptions. * Identify literary genres. * Identify and interpret figurative language.