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Which subject	English
What topic	Parentheses
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Parentheses

Subject

English

Topic

Parentheses

Grade/Age Group

Flexible (suitable for various levels)

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Understand the use of parentheses in writing.
• Identify sentences that use parentheses correctly.
• Apply the use of parentheses in their own writing.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed handouts with examples and exercises
• Worksheets for practice
• Projector (if necessary for presentations)
• Access to dictionaries (optional)

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the National Curriculum aims for English, focusing on grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary usage.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Parentheses	5 mins	Introduce the concept of parentheses. Explain their use in writing.
2	Examples	10 mins	Provide examples of sentences using parentheses. Discuss the context.
3	Group Activity	5 mins	In small groups, identify sentences with parentheses in a text provided.
4	Guided Practice	5 mins	Complete a worksheet where sentences need parentheses added correctly.
5	Independent Practice	3 mins	Assign a quick writing task using parentheses in a few sentences.
6	Wrap-Up	2 mins	Review key points about parentheses and their function.

Homework

Students will complete a worksheet on parentheses, which will be collected and checked by the teacher without the need for presentations.

Assessment

• Monitor group activity discussions.
• Review completed worksheets for understanding.
• Provide feedback on the homework assignment.

Additional Notes

• Encourage students to ask questions if they need clarification during activities.
• Provide support for students who may struggle with the concept.

Lesson script