Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - English Comprehension - Composition

# Lesson Plan: English Comprehension - Composition Writing ## Date: [Insert Date] ## Duration: 60 minutes ## Grade: Junior Secondary 1 (Equivalent to 7th Grade) ### Topic: Composition Writing ### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the basic structure of a composition. 2. Write a clear and coherent composition on a given topic. 3. Use transition words to link ideas and paragraphs. 4. Edit and revise their composition for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors. ### Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Printed handouts with sample compositions - Computer or projector for displaying examples - Notebooks and pens ### Lesson Outline: #### Introduction (10 minutes) 1. **Greeting and Roll Call** (2 minutes) - Welcome students and take attendance. - Briefly introduce the topic for the day: Composition Writing. 2. **Warm-up Activity** (8 minutes) - Ask students to write a short paragraph on a simple topic, such as "My Favorite Hobby." - Collect a few examples and read them aloud (with student permission) to highlight different styles and approaches. #### Instruction (20 minutes) 3. **Explanation of Composition Structure** (10 minutes) - Explain the components of a standard composition: - **Introduction**: Grabs attention and introduces the main idea. - **Body Paragraphs**: Each paragraph covers a single point supporting the main idea. - **Conclusion**: Summarizes the main points and restates the importance of the topic. 4. **Transition Words** (5 minutes) - Introduce transition words (e.g., firstly, however, therefore, in conclusion). - Discuss how they help in making writing more cohesive. 5. **Sample Composition Analysis** (5 minutes) - Provide a printed sample of a well-written composition. - As a class, identify the introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion, and transition words used. #### Practice (20 minutes) 6. **Guided Writing Activity** (10 minutes) - Give students a prompt such as "A Memorable Day at School." - Guide them step-by-step to brainstorm ideas, organize them into a basic outline, and start writing the introduction. 7. **Independent Writing** (10 minutes) - Ask students to continue writing the body paragraphs and conclusion independently. - Walk around the classroom to offer individual support and feedback. #### Review and Wrap-Up (10 minutes) 8. **Peer Review** (5 minutes) - Pair up students to exchange their compositions. - Ask them to read each other's work and provide constructive feedback focusing on structure and clarity. 9. **Class Discussion** (3 minutes) - Allow a few students to share excerpts from their compositions. - Highlight effective use of structure and transition words. 10. **Homework Assignment** (2 minutes) - Assign a composition to be completed at home on a different topic, such as "The Importance of Education." - Encourage students to apply the skills learned in class (structure, transition words, coherence). ### Assessment: - During the lesson, assess student understanding through participation, the guided writing activity, and peer review. - Review and provide feedback on the homework assignments to evaluate each student’s progress in composition writing. ### Reflection: - After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what could be improved. - Note any students who may need additional support or further challenges in future lessons. --- This lesson plan aims to provide a comprehensive approach to teaching composition writing, ensuring that students understand the structure and components necessary for effective writing.