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Which subject	English as second
What topic	Paragraph writing
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 5
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Paragraph Writing

Subject

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Topic

Paragraph Writing

Grade/Age Group

Grade 5

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Students will understand the structure of a paragraph.
• Students will be able to write a clear topic sentence.
• Students will learn to use supporting details effectively in a paragraph.
• Students will practice writing a complete paragraph with a beginning, middle, and end.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts on paragraph structure (including example paragraphs)
• Lined paper and pens for writing
• Markers for group work

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national standards for writing, particularly in developing clear and coherent writing that is appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Paragraphs	5 mins	Introduce what a paragraph is, its purpose, and its components: topic sentence, supporting details, and concluding sentence.
2	Group Discussion	5 mins	Facilitate a discussion on examples of paragraphs. Ask students to share what they noticed about the structure.
3	Exploring Paragraph Structure	10 mins	Provide a handout with examples of well-structured paragraphs. Highlight key components and have students identify them in pairs.
4	Writing Practice	7 mins	Students will write their own paragraph based on a prompt. Encourage them to use the structure discussed.
5	Peer Review	3 mins	In pairs, students will exchange paragraphs and provide constructive feedback using a checklist.
6	Wrap-Up	5 mins	Recap the main points about paragraph structure. Collect homework without presentations to ensure comfort and confidentiality. Give brief instructions for the next class.

Homework Assignment

• Write a paragraph on a topic of their choice, ensuring to use the structure discussed in class. Submit by the next lesson.

Assessment

• Review each student's paragraph for clarity, structure, and use of supporting details to assess understanding of the lesson.

Notes

• Encourage shy students to contribute by working with partners during the group discussion.
• Remind students that their homework will not be presented in front of the class, to ease any potential anxiety.

Lesson script