The Author Profile contains factual background information about the author, as well as points of cultural significance that occurred during the author’s life.
Identification:
Contains the author’s name, date of birth, place of birth, and length of time in the residence where the interview was conducted.
Background:
Additional information about the author’s family, interests, and activities. Not all sections here will be filled in, especially as some may not apply (e.g., if the author had no siblings).
Notes:
This section may be blank, or it could contain notes the facilitator made during the interview process.
Timeline:
This section provides facts about the U.S. and the world for each year of the author’s life. In the dropdown menu on the right labeled “Pick Cultural Reference,” select an item, such as Best Actor or President, to view only the facts related to this category for a particular year.