# Primary 6 Grammar Lesson Plan
## Topic:
Speech Work: Argumentative Essay
## Subtopics:
- Structure: Instructions
- Grammar: Preposition meaning and usage
- Writing: Argumentative essay: Science does more harm to humanity than good
## Duration:
90 minutes
## Objectives:
- Students will understand the structure and purpose of an argumentative essay.
- Students will be able to identify and use prepositions correctly.
- Students will develop skills necessary to structure and write an argumentative essay effectively.
## Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts with examples of argumentative essays
- Preposition worksheet
- Laptops/tablets (optional) or notebooks and pens
## Lesson Plan:
### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:**
- Begin with a brief greeting and a fun grammar-related icebreaker activity.
- Ask students to list examples of arguments they had with friends or family, emphasizing that arguing can be constructive when done logically and respectfully.
### Instruction: Structure of an Argumentative Essay (20 minutes)
2. **Explanation:**
- Discuss the purpose of an argumentative essay – to persuade the reader to agree with a particular point of view.
- Introduce the structure:
1. **Introduction:** State your thesis, the main point you are arguing for.
2. **Body Paragraphs:** Present arguments and evidence to support your thesis. Each paragraph should focus on one point.
3. **Counterargument:** Acknowledge opposing viewpoints and refute them.
4. **Conclusion:** Summarize your arguments and restate your thesis in a compelling way.
3. **Example Analysis:**
- Distribute handouts with a sample argumentative essay.
- Read the essay together as a class and identify the components (Introduction, Body, Counterargument, Conclusion).
### Grammar: Preposition Meaning and Usage (20 minutes)
4. **Introduction to Prepositions:**
- Explain what prepositions are and their role in a sentence (e.g., indicating location, time, direction).
- Provide examples of common prepositions (in, on, at, by, for, with, about, etc.).
5. **Activity:**
- Hand out worksheets with sentences where students must fill in the blanks with the correct preposition.
- Review the answers as a class to ensure understanding.
### Writing: Practicing the Argumentative Essay (30 minutes)
6. **Topic Introduction:**
- Present the topic for the essay: "Science does more harm to humanity than good."
- Explain the importance of having a clear thesis and supporting arguments.
7. **Brainstorming and Planning:**
- Divide students into small groups to brainstorm ideas for and against the topic.
- Each group presents their ideas and discusses possible points of agreement and disagreement.
8. **Writing:**
- Have students individually write a short argumentative essay (3-4 paragraphs) on the given topic, following the structure discussed earlier.
- Depending on available resources, students can write their essays on paper or type them on laptops/tablets.
### Closing (10 minutes)
9. **Sharing and Feedback:**
- Invite a few students to read their essays to the class.
- Provide constructive feedback highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
10. **Review and Homework:**
- Summarize the key points of the lesson: structure of an argumentative essay, prepositions, and the importance of a clear argument.
- Assign homework: Ask students to revise their essays based on feedback and bring the final draft to the next class.
### Assessment:
- Participation in discussions and activities.
- Accuracy in the preposition worksheet.
- Quality and clarity of the written argumentative essay.
By the end of this lesson, students should have a better understanding of how to structure and write an argumentative essay, use prepositions correctly, and present their arguments in a logical and coherent manner.