Creative Writing - Junior Secondary 3 - Narrative writing

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STEPS

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

LEARNERS ACTIVITY

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INTRODUCTION

The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the new topic by reviewing the rules in writing a narrative essay

Learners observe, learn and participate

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EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING

The teacher then guides the learners in writing a narrative essay on ‘A memorable day in my life’

A MEMORABLE DAY IN MY LIFE

The day we moved into our beautiful mansion in Enugu remains one of the most memorable moments of my life. It was a dream come true for my family and me. For months, we had anticipated this move, but nothing could prepare us for the sheer joy and excitement we felt when the day finally arrived.

I remember waking up that morning with butterflies in my stomach. As the moving trucks rolled up to our old house, I realized this was it – the start of a new chapter. My parents had worked tirelessly to make this dream happen, and seeing the pride in their eyes made the day even more special.

As we drove into Enugu, the greenery, the wide roads, and the clean, fresh air greeted us warmly. When we finally arrived at our mansion, it was even more breathtaking than I had imagined. The towering gates swung open to reveal a magnificent white structure with large windows that reflected the sun. The lush garden was adorned with colorful flowers, and the vast compound seemed to stretch endlessly.

Entering the house for the first time felt surreal. The spacious living room, with its high ceilings and elegant design, made me feel like I was walking into a movie. My bedroom was perfect, filled with natural light and overlooking the garden. It instantly became my favorite spot in the house.

That evening, we sat together as a family, enjoying our first meal in our new home. The laughter, the happiness, and the feeling of accomplishment filled the air. Moving to our mansion in Enugu marked a new beginning, and I will forever cherish that day as one of the happiest moments of my life.

Learners observe, learn and participate

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EVALUATION

The Learners are asked to

1. Outline the rules to observe while writing a narrative essay

- Learners observe, learn and participate

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CLASS-WORK

Learners are asked to

Write a narrative essay on ‘A memorable day in my life’

Learners observe, learn and participate

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ASSIGNMENT

Learners are asked to

Answer the exercise on page 42 of the New concept English for Junior Secondary School 3

Learners participate

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CONCLUSION

The teacher marks their books, corrects it and commends the Learners