Focus on Genre: Autobiography
An autobiography is narrative nonfiction in which the writer tells the story of his or her own life. Autobiographies are written in first-person point of view. Like other narratives, they use time words that show the order of events.
Your Job as a Reader: Reading Strategy: Determine Importance
As you read, think about what is happening to the main character and whether it reminds you of your own life.
WHAT I READ
I wanted to keep in shape, so I signed up for karate class.
WHAT IT MEANS TO ME
I can understand why he wanted to learn karate to stay in shape. I play football to stay fit.
