Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to research and write about Taylor Swift in your own words.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, pen, computer or tablet with internet access.

Prep: Make sure you have a quiet workspace and permission to use the internet for research.

Activities

• Listen to some Taylor Swift songs and write down your favorite lyrics. Why do you like them?

• Research Taylor Swift online. Find out when and where she was born, how she started her music career, and some fun facts about her.

• Write a short paragraph about why you admire Taylor Swift. What makes her special to you?

• Create a poster or drawing that represents Taylor Swift and her music. Be creative!

Talking Points

• “Taylor Swift is a famous singer and songwriter. She writes songs about her life experiences and emotions.”

• “Taylor Swift was born on December 13, 1989, in Reading, Pennsylvania. She started performing at a young age and moved to Nashville to pursue her music career.”

• “Taylor Swift has won many awards for her music, including Grammy Awards and Billboard Music Awards. Her fans love her for her catchy songs and heartfelt lyrics.”

• “Taylor Swift is known for her storytelling in her songs. She often writes about love, heartbreak, and friendship.”