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Which subject	English
What topic	Writing - Imaginative Recounts
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: Writing - Imaginative Recounts

Grade Level: Year 3

Duration: 30 Minutes

Subject: English

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand the structure of an imaginative recount.
2. Use descriptive language to enhance their writing.
3. Write a short imaginative recount based on a given prompt.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Writing paper and pencils
• A selection of imaginative recount examples (printed or projected)
• Imaginative recount prompt cards

Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by explaining what an imaginative recount is. An imaginative recount tells a story from a specific point of view, often incorporating creative elements that engage the reader's imagination.

Discuss Key Elements:

• Orientation: Sets the scene (who, what, where, when).
• Events: What happened (in order).
• Personal Reactions: Reflect on feelings and thoughts during the event.

Direct Teaching (10 minutes)

1. Show Examples: Share a couple of short imaginative recounts. Read them aloud and discuss the key elements, highlighting how descriptive language brings the writing to life.

2. Identify Descriptive Language: Ask students to identify any descriptive words or phrases that create vivid images in their minds. Write examples on the whiteboard.

3. Brainstorming Session: Prompt students to think about events they might want to recount imaginatively. Examples of prompts could be:

   • “Imagine you found a hidden door in your house that leads to an enchanted garden.”
   • “Describe a day when you discovered you could talk to animals.”

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

• Group Activity: Divide students into small groups and give them a prompt card. Ask them to brainstorm ideas for their recount using the structure discussed earlier.
• Share Ideas: Have each group share their ideas with the class, encouraging them to use descriptive language.

Independent Writing (5 minutes)

Students will now write a short imaginative recount based on one of the prompts discussed. Encourage them to use the structure and descriptive language they learned.

• Writing Tips: Remind students to:
  • Start with an engaging opening.
  • Use sensory details (what they saw, heard, felt).
  • Include their personal reactions to the events.

Closure (5 minutes)

• Share and Reflect: Invite a few students to share their recounts with the class. Discuss what descriptive language they used and how it enhanced their storytelling.

• Reflect on Learning: Ask students to think about what they enjoyed most in writing their recounts and what they found challenging.

Assessment

Observe student participation during group discussions and their ability to use descriptive language in their independent writing. Provide feedback based on their understanding of the recount structure and use of creative language.

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Differentiation Strategies

• For Advanced Students: Encourage them to add dialogue or develop subplots in their recounts.
• For Struggling Writers: Provide sentence starters or graphic organisers to help them structure their thoughts.

Additional Resources

• Examples of imaginative recounts from children’s literature.
• Writing aids such as word banks or thesauruses to help with vocabulary.

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This lesson plan adheres to Australian curriculum standards for English and is designed to engage Year 3 students in imaginative writing.