| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Writing |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 2 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Writing
Grade 2
English
20 students
30 minutes
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Introduce the topic of writing. Discuss the importance of writing and how to express ideas clearly. Provide a brief overview of the lesson. |
| 2 | Explain Writing Paragraphs | 5 min | Explain the structure of a paragraph (topic sentence, supporting details, conclusion). Provide a sample paragraph on the whiteboard. |
| 3 | Distribute Writing Cards | 5 min | Hand out printable writing cards to each student. Explain the task of writing a short paragraph using prompts provided on the cards. |
| 4 | Writing Time | 10 min | Allow students to fill out the cards, writing their paragraphs based on the prompts. Monitor and assist as needed. |
| 5 | Peer Sharing | 5 min | Have students pair up and share their written paragraphs with each other, providing feedback using the peer feedback checklist. |
| 6 | Collect and Check | 5 min | Collect the writing cards or randomly check what students have filled in. Provide positive feedback on their writing as a whole class. |
This plan encourages collaborative learning and provides a structured approach to developing writing skills among second-grade students.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to explore the exciting world of writing. Writing is a powerful way to express our ideas and share our thoughts with others. It's important because it helps us communicate clearly and effectively. By the end of today's lesson, you will learn how to write a short paragraph, organize your thoughts, and share your work with a partner. Let's get started!"
"Now, let's talk about how to write a paragraph. A paragraph is like a mini story that focuses on one main idea. It has three main parts: the topic sentence, the supporting details, and a conclusion.
First, the topic sentence tells what the paragraph is about. For example, if I wanted to write about my favorite animal, I might start with, 'My favorite animal is a dog.'
Next, we add supporting details that explain or give more information about the topic. So, I could say why I like dogs—maybe they are friendly, they like to play, and they are great companions.
Finally, we wrap it up with a conclusion, which sums up what we've talked about. I could finish with, 'That's why I think dogs are the best pets!'
Let’s take a look at a sample paragraph I've written on the whiteboard."
(Teacher writes on the whiteboard:
'My favorite fruit is an apple. Apples are sweet and crunchy. They are also good for my health. I enjoy eating apples as a snack. That’s why apples are my favorite fruit.')
"Does everyone understand the structure of a paragraph? Great!"
"Now, I will hand out writing cards to each of you. Each card has a prompt that will help you write your own paragraph. Remember, you will be writing a short paragraph just like we discussed.
Take a look at your writing card. You will see your topic on it. Think about the supporting details that will help explain your topic, and don’t forget to include a conclusion.
Feel free to ask me any questions if you need help with the prompt or your ideas."
"Okay, it's time for you to start writing! You will have 10 minutes to fill out your writing cards. Remember to think carefully about your topic, write your supporting details, and conclude your paragraph.
I will walk around and check in with each of you. If you have any questions or need help, just raise your hand. Ready? Set, go!"
"Time's up! Now that you have finished writing your paragraphs, it’s time to share your work. Please pair up with a partner. Take turns reading your paragraphs to each other.
As you listen, use the peer feedback checklist I'll provide to give each other constructive feedback. Think about what you liked in your partner's writing and offer one piece of advice for improvement.
Let's take 5 minutes to share your work."
"Alright, everyone! I hope you enjoyed sharing your paragraphs. Now, please pass your writing cards to me. I will collect them and take a moment to look at what you've written.
I want to share some positive feedback with the whole class about the great job you did today. Everyone followed the structure of a paragraph really well, and I can see your creative thoughts shining through!
Keep up the good work, and for your homework, I want you to write a short story at home. Remember to use the structure we practiced today—topic sentence, supporting details, and conclusion. Bring your short story to our next lesson; I can't wait to see what you all create!"
"Thank you for your hard work today! Have a great day!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the three main parts of a paragraph? | |
| What is a topic sentence? | |
| Why are supporting details important in a paragraph? | |
| How does a conclusion help wrap up a paragraph? | |
| What should you consider when writing about your topic? | |
| How long do you have to fill out your writing cards? | |
| What should you do during the peer sharing activity? | |
| Why is it important to give constructive feedback to a partner? | |
| What feedback should you look for when reading your partner's writing? | |
| What is your homework assignment related to today's lesson? |