Creative Writing - Senior Secondary 2 - Semi-formal letters

TERM: 3^RD TERM

WEEK 6

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 2 periods of 40 mins each
DATE:
TOPIC: Semi-Formal Letter
CONTENT:

1. Features of a semi-formal letter
2. Language used in semi-formal letters
3. Difference between semi-formal and informal letters

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
a. Understand the structure and features of a semi-formal letter.
b. Write a well-composed semi-formal letter.
c. Differentiate between a semi-formal letter and an informal letter.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Explanation, comparison, group discussion, guided practice

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Model semi-formal letter, past questions (WAEC/NECO)

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1

• Introduction:
  The teacher defines a semi-formal letter and explains its purpose (communication with a teacher, a business partner, etc.).
• Discuss features: Salutation, body, polite language, and appropriate closing.
• Explain the difference in tone and structure between semi-formal and informal letters.

PERIOD 2

• Model Letter:
  The teacher presents a model semi-formal letter (e.g., letter to a teacher requesting an extension for an assignment).
• Analyze the tone, language, and structure.
• Discuss the formal yet friendly tone used in the letter.
• Practice:
  Learners write a semi-formal letter to a teacher requesting permission to attend an extracurricular activity.

EVALUATION
Learners are asked to:

1. Identify the features of a semi-formal letter in a sample.
2. Write a semi-formal letter on a given topic.

CLASS WORK
Learners are asked to write a semi-formal letter to a teacher requesting advice on a career path.

ASSIGNMENT
Learners are asked to write a semi-formal letter to a principal requesting a change in the school schedule for a special event.

CONCLUSION
The teacher marks their books, provides feedback, and encourages learners to practice writing semi-formal letters in real-life situations.