## Lesson Plan: Writing (Essays, Narratives, Reports)
### Year Level: Year 7
**Key Focus:** Developing skills in writing essays, narratives, and reports.
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### Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the structure and key elements of essays, narratives, and reports.
2. Develop skills in brainstorming, planning, drafting, revising, and editing written work.
3. Enhance vocabulary and use of literary devices.
4. Improve clarity, coherence, and cohesiveness in writing.
### Curriculum Links (aligned with UK English Curriculum):
- Writing narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events.
- Writing essays with a clear, structured argument.
- Writing reports with factual, structured information.
- Using appropriate language, tone, and style for different purposes and audiences.
### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts with examples of essays, narratives, and reports
- Writing prompts and planning templates
- Student notebooks and pens
- Access to a computer or tablet (if available)
### Lesson Timeline:
**1. Introduction (15 minutes)**
- Start with a brief discussion on different types of writing. Ask students to share examples of essays, narratives, and reports they’ve encountered.
- Explain the purpose of each type of writing and where they are typically used.
**2. Understanding Structures (30 minutes)**
- Hand out examples of essays, narratives, and reports.
- Break down the structure of each:
- **Essays:** Introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion.
- **Narratives:** Introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution.
- **Reports:** Title, abstract, introduction, methodology, findings, conclusion, references.
- Discuss the key elements of each type.
**3. Group Activity: Identifying Elements (20 minutes)**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Provide each group with a sample text (either essay, narrative, or report).
- Students identify and highlight the key elements of their assigned text.
- Groups present their findings to the class.
**4. Writing Practice (35 minutes)**
- Provide writing prompts for each type of writing.
- **Essay prompt:** Write an essay arguing whether students should wear school uniforms.
- **Narrative prompt:** Write a story about a time when you overcame a challenge.
- **Report prompt:** Write a report on the impact of plastic pollution on marine life.
- Students choose one prompt and use planning templates to outline their writing.
- Begin drafting the chosen piece, focusing on structure and clarity.
**5. Peer Review and Discussion (20 minutes)**
- Pair students to share and review each other’s drafts.
- Provide a checklist for peer review focusing on structure, clarity, vocabulary, and coherence.
- Discuss feedback in pairs and make notes for revision.
**6. Revision Time (25 minutes)**
- Students revise their drafts based on peer feedback.
- Encourage use of a thesaurus to enhance vocabulary.
- Teachers circulate to provide additional support and guidance.
**7. Reflection and Homework (10 minutes)**
- Reflect on the day’s writing activity. Discuss what was easy, what was challenging, and what was learned.
- Assign homework: Complete the revision and submit the final draft of their chosen piece of writing by the next lesson.
### Assessment:
- Formative: Observation during group activity, discussion, and peer review.
- Summative: Evaluation of final drafts based on structure, clarity, coherence, vocabulary, and adherence to writing conventions.
### Extension Activity:
- Students can choose a different type of writing (essay, narrative, or report) for further practice at home.
- Explore the use of literary devices in narratives and incorporate them into their stories.
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### Additional Notes:
- Adapt the writing prompts and activities to accommodate different ability levels.
- Provide extra support for students who may need help with specific writing skills.
- Encourage creativity and individual expression within the guidelines of each writing form.