Creative Writing - Junior Secondary 2 - Composition

Composition

SUBJECT: CREATIVE WRITING

TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK: 1

CLASS : Junior Secondary School 2

AGE: 13 years

DURATION : 2 periods of 40 mins each

DATE:

TOPIC : Composition

CONTENT : Expository writing

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, Learners should be able to;

  1. ) Explain expository writing
  2. ) Give examples of expository writing

SET INDUCTION: The teacher reads out some samples of expository writing on various subjects and asks the learners to analyze and discuss each

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES : Discussion, group activities,

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS : New Concept English for Junior Secondary School 2 page 160-161

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1 AND 2: Expository writing

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STEPS

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

LEARNERS ACTIVITY

1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the new topic by explaining what expository writing is

Expository writing is a form of writing that aims to inform, explain, or describe a subject to the reader. Its primary purpose is to provide clear and straightforward information, making complex topics easier to understand. Expository writing is commonly used in academic settings, journalism, and instructional materials.

Learners observe, learn and participate

2

EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING

The teacher gives examples of expository writing

Examples of expository writing

1.   Expository Essay: "The Benefits of Regular Exercise"

2.   How-to Guide: "How to Plant a Tree"

3.   Report: "The Impact of Plastic Pollution on Marine Life"

4.   Textbook Excerpt: "Photosynthesis"

5.   News Article: "Local Community Clean-Up Event"

6.   Instruction Manual: "Setting Up a New Computer"

7.   Research Paper: "The Effects of Climate Change on Agriculture"

8.   Comparison and Contrast Essay: "Public vs. Private Schools"

9.   Definition Essay: "What is Emotional Intelligence?"

10. Feature Article: "The Importance of Mental Health Awareness

Learners observe, learn and participate

3

EVALUATION

The Learners are asked to

1.   Explain expository writing

2.   Give three examples of expository writing

- Learners observe, learn and participate

4

CLASS-WORK

Learners are asked to brainstorm ideas on the topic, ‘How to plant a tree’

Learners observe, learn and participate

5

ASSIGNMENT

Learners are asked to write on the topic, ‘How to plant a tree’

Learners participate