This document provides instructions for students to write a 6-word memoir to describe something important about themselves. It explains that a memoir is a short story about one's life that shares important moments and values. Students will make a list of 6 words and use them to write 3 short memoirs, which they will share with 1-2 classmates by writing their memoir on an index card.

1. 6-Word Memoir
You will describe something about
yourselves in exactly six words.

2. Materials
• Pencils
• 5 by 8 index card

3. What is a Memoir?
• A memoir is a story about your life,
important moments that you want to
share with others that tell about what’s
important to you, what you value, and
what you want others to know.

4. • Create a list of 6 words that describe
what is important to you, things that are
happening in your lives right now, or
words to describe you.
Your Task

5. • Examples:
– “Asked to quiet down, spoke louder.”
– “Wasn’t noticed so I painted a train.”
– “Left cell phone on car roof.”
– “Working hard on my teacher look.”
Write three 6-word memoirs
based on your list.

6. Sharing
• Get together with 1 - 2 classmates.
• Share your 6-word memoir.

7. The Fun Part
• Get a 5 x 8 index card.
• Write your 6-word memoir in large print
on the index card with your name in the
bottom right had corner.

8. Watch a Video!
•6-Word Memoir
Video