Summary Writing - Senior Secondary 2 - Reading to Summarize in a Specific Number of Sentences (5 sentences)

SUBJECT: SUMMARY WRITING

TERM: 1^ST TERM

WEEK: 8

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Summary Writing
CONTENT: Reading to Summarize in a Specific Number of Sentences (5 sentences)

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

1. Read a passage carefully and identify the main topic sentence.
2. Rewrite the passage using their own words in a specific number of sentences (5 sentences).
3. Practice summarizing longer texts by focusing on key ideas.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES:

• Individual reading
• Group discussion
• Peer feedback

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

• Passage handouts
• Whiteboard and markers
• Flashcards with summarization tips

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

STEP 1:
The teacher introduces the lesson by revisiting the concept of summarization, specifically focusing on the process of reading a passage, identifying the topic sentence, and then rewriting the passage in fewer sentences. The teacher will explain that summaries should convey only the essential ideas in a condensed form.
Learners listen and ask questions for clarification.

STEP 2:
The teacher provides a short passage on the board or a handout. The teacher reads it aloud, modeling how to identify the topic sentence and the key ideas. The teacher then demonstrates how to summarize the passage into 5 sentences, using their own words.
Students observe and engage with the teacher’s process.

STEP 3:
Learners are given a passage to read independently. They are asked to identify the topic sentence, select key points from the text, and summarize the passage into 5 sentences using their own words. After completing the task, they will share their summaries with a partner or small group and provide feedback to each other.
Students work independently and then collaborate in small groups for feedback.

EVALUATION:

• Identify the main topic sentence of a passage.
• Summarize the passage into 5 sentences, ensuring the summary includes the most important points.
• Provide peer feedback on the clarity and conciseness of summaries.

CLASS-WORK:

• Students will read a passage and summarize it in 5 sentences, ensuring that they paraphrase key ideas and exclude unnecessary details.
• Afterward, students will pair up to discuss their summaries and suggest improvements.

ASSIGNMENT:

• Students will read a short news article or passage and summarize it in 5 sentences, using their own words to paraphrase the main ideas.

CONCLUSION:

The teacher will provide feedback on the students' summaries, emphasizing the importance of clarity and accuracy. Students will be encouraged to practice identifying key points in longer texts for future assignments.