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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Writing |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 5 |
| Class size | 8 |
| What curriculum | ESOL |
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| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Writing
Grade 5
English Language Arts
8 Students
This lesson corresponds with the ESOL standards for developing writing skills among English language learners.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Writing | 5 | Discuss the importance of writing and the main components of a strong paragraph (topic sentence, details, concluding sentence). |
| 2 | Distributed Writing Cards | 5 | Hand out the printable writing cards to each student. Explain how to use them in the activity. |
| 3 | Independent Writing Activity | 10 | Instruct students to write a paragraph using the writing cards, focusing on the components discussed. Encourage creativity. |
| 4 | Peer Review Instructions | 5 | Explain the peer review process and the importance of constructive feedback. Provide guidelines on what to look for in each other’s paragraphs. |
| 5 | Peer Review Session | 5 | Students pair up to exchange their paragraphs and provide feedback using the handout provided. |
| 6 | Collection of Writing Cards | 5 | Collect the writing cards for review. Randomly check a few to assess understanding without requiring students to present. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to dive into the exciting world of writing. Writing is a powerful way to express our thoughts and ideas. In particular, we will focus on how to create a strong paragraph.
A well-structured paragraph includes three main components: a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence. The topic sentence tells us what the paragraph is about, while supporting details help to explain or elaborate on that idea. Finally, a concluding sentence wraps everything up. Remember, each part is important for creating clarity and coherence in your writing.
Are you ready to explore this further?"
"Now it’s time for some hands-on practice! I will hand out these writing cards to each of you.
[Distribute the writing cards.]
These cards are tools to help you organize your thoughts as you write your paragraph. You'll find prompts on them that will guide you in developing your topic sentence and finding supporting details. Make sure to refer to these cards as you craft your writing today."
"Alright, everyone, it's time to get creative! I want you to take the next ten minutes to write your own paragraph using the writing cards.
Focus on the three components we've discussed: your topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence. Don’t forget to let your imagination flow! You have the freedom to choose your topic, so think about something you are passionate about. Let’s begin writing!"
"Time’s up! I hope you all enjoyed writing. Now, we are going to learn about the peer review process. Peer review is an essential part of writing where you can give and receive feedback from your classmates.
When you exchange your paragraphs, look for the following:
Remember to provide constructive feedback—be kind and specific. For example, rather than saying 'I didn't like this part,' you could say, 'I think adding an example here would make it clearer.' Let's prepare to partner up!"
"Please find a partner and exchange your paragraphs now. You’ll each have a few minutes to read and provide feedback on each other’s writing using the handout you received.
Take this time seriously, as your feedback will help your partner improve their writing. You can switch roles halfway through the session. I will let you know when to stop and switch."
"Now that you’ve completed your peer reviews, please return your writing cards to me.
[Collect the writing cards.]
Thank you for sharing your work today! I will randomly select a few of these cards to check for understanding, so don't worry about presenting. My focus here is to make sure you grasp the content we've discussed.
Great job today, everyone! I’m looking forward to seeing the revisions you’ll make to your paragraphs for homework!"
| Slide Number | Image | Slide Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | {Image: A classroom with students writing} | - Introduction to Writing - The power of expressing thoughts and ideas - Focus on creating a strong paragraph - Three main components: - Topic sentence - Supporting details - Concluding sentence |
| 2 | {Image: Writing cards being handed out} | - Distributed Writing Cards - Hands-on practice with writing cards - Tools to organize thoughts - Prompts for topic sentence and supporting details |
| 3 | {Image: Students writing at their desks} | - Independent Writing Activity - Ten minutes to write your own paragraph - Focus on three components - Choose a topic you are passionate about |
| 4 | {Image: Two students discussing their work} | - Peer Review Instructions - Importance of peer review - Provide and receive feedback - Key aspects to look for: - Clear topic sentence - Relevant supporting details - Effective concluding sentence |
| 5 | {Image: Students returning writing cards} | - Collection of Writing Cards - Return your writing cards - Random selection for understanding check - Focus on revisions for homework |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the three main components of a well-structured paragraph? | |
| What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph? | |
| How do supporting details enhance a topic sentence? | |
| What role does a concluding sentence play in a paragraph? | |
| What are writing cards used for in the writing process? | |
| Why is peer review important in writing? | |
| What are some key points to look for during a peer review session? | |
| How can you provide constructive feedback to a peer? | |
| What should you do with the writing cards after the peer review session? | |
| How can you choose a compelling topic for your paragraph? |