Creative Writing - Junior Secondary 2 - Informal letters
Informal letters
Informal letters
SUBJECT: CREATIVE WRITING
TERM: 1ST TERM
WEEK: 10
CLASS : Junior Secondary School 2
AGE: 13 years
DURATION : 2 periods of 40 mins each
DATE:
TOPIC : Informal letters
CONTENT : Informal letters
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, Learners should be able to;
a.) Define letters
b.) Define an informal letter
c.) Outline the features of an informal letter
SET INDUCTION: The teacher reads a well-written informal letter and asks the learners to analyze and state their observations
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES : Discussion, group activities,
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS : New Concept English for Junior Secondary School 2 page 74-75
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
PERIOD 1 AND 2: Informal letters
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LEARNERS ACTIVITY |
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INTRODUCTION |
The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the new topic by explaining letters and informal letters A letter is a written or printed message directed to a person or organization
An informal letter is a personal message written to friends, family, or acquaintances. Informal letters are casual and conversational |
Learners observe, learn and participate |
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EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING |
The teacher then explains some features of informal letters FEATURES OF INFORMAL LETTERS 1. Casual Language: Uses everyday, friendly language. 2. Personal Touch: Shares personal stories and feelings. 3. Flexible Structure: Has a basic format but is not strict about rules. 4. Informal Salutations: Begins with greetings like "Hi" or "Hey." 5. Casual Closings: Ends with friendly sign-offs like "Love" or "Take care." 6. Purpose: Used to catch up, share news, or express feelings.
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Learners observe, learn and participate |
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EVALUATION |
The Learners are asked to 1. Define a. letters b. informal letters 2. State four features of informal letters
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- Learners observe, learn and participate |
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CLASS-WORK |
Learners are asked to answer Exercise I on page 75 of the New Concept for Junior Secondary Schools 1 |
Learners observe, learn and participate |
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ASSIGNMENT |
Learners are asked to answer Exercise II on page 75 of the New Concept for Junior Secondary Schools 1. |
Learners participate |
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CONCLUSION |
The teacher marks their books, corrects it and commends the Learners |
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