| 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 | Non chronological report |
| 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 |
Non-Chronological Report
Year 2
English
20 students
This lesson aligns with the English National Curriculum for Year 2, focusing on writing for different purposes and developing understanding of text structures.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 minutes | Briefly explain the concept of non-chronological reports and discuss their purposes. |
| 2 | Features of Non-Chronological Reports | 10 minutes | Show examples on the whiteboard. Highlight the structure: headings, facts, and information. |
| 3 | Group Activity | 7 minutes | In pairs, students identify features in provided examples and list them on chart paper. |
| 4 | Writing Task | 5 minutes | Introduce the writing task. Students choose their own topic and plan their report briefly. |
| 5 | Assign Homework | 2 minutes | Explain the homework (to complete the non-chronological report) ensuring clarity. |
| 6 | Conclusion & Recap | 1 minute | Recap key points from the lesson and remind students of homework without presentations. |
Students will be tasked with completing their non-chronological report at home, reinforcing what they've learned in class. Submit it the following lesson.
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to explore a very interesting type of writing called a non-chronological report. Can anyone tell me what they think a non-chronological report is? That's right! They're reports that don't follow a timeline. Instead of telling us what happened first, second, and so on, they give us information on a specific topic.
Non-chronological reports can tell us about anything, like animals, places, or even events, but they don't have to go in order. They help us learn lots of facts about a subject. Let's find out more about them today!"
"Now, I have some examples of non-chronological reports here on the whiteboard. Let's look at these together.
As we read through these reports, I want you to pay attention to their structure.
What do you notice at the top? Yes, they have headings! Headings help us understand what each section of the report is about.
And what else? Right! They include facts and information about the topic. Each part gives us more detail so we can learn.
Let’s also think about what kind of language is used. Yes, mostly factual and informative. Good job, everyone! These are some of the key features of a non-chronological report."
"Now, I would like you to work in pairs for a little activity. Each of you will get a printed example of a non-chronological report.
I want you to identify the features we just talked about. Look for the headings, facts, and any other important points. Write these features down on your chart paper together. You've got 7 minutes. Ready? Go!"
"Fantastic job on the group activity, everyone! Now, we're moving on to our writing task.
This time, it’s your turn to create your own non-chronological report. Start by choosing a topic you are interested in. It could be about your favourite animal, a sport, or anything else you like.
Take a few minutes to plan out your report. Think about what headings you might use and what facts you want to include. You have 5 minutes for this planning stage!"
"Alright, everyone! I hope you’ve got some great ideas for your reports. For homework, I want you to take what you've planned and complete your non-chronological report.
Make sure to include headings and lots of interesting facts. Remember to bring your reports back to class next time, as we will share them with each other. Does everyone understand what to do for homework? Great!"
"Just before we finish, let's recap what we've learned today. We discovered that non-chronological reports give us information without following a timeline, and we identified their main features like headings and facts.
Don't forget your homework! I look forward to reading your reports next lesson. Thank you for your hard work today, everyone!"
What is a non-chronological report, and how is it different from a chronological report?
List three key features of non-chronological reports that we discussed in class.
Why are headings important in a non-chronological report? Provide an example of how a heading can help the reader.
Choose a topic for your non-chronological report and write down three facts you would like to include.
Create a rough outline for your non-chronological report, identifying at least three headings you will use.
Reflecting on the group activity, what did you learn about identifying the features of non-chronological reports?
Write a brief paragraph explaining why you chose your topic for the report. What interests you about it?
After completing your report, how will you ensure that it is informative and engaging for your reader?
What types of language should you use when writing your report? Give two examples.
Remember to incorporate feedback from your peers when finalising your report. What is one suggestion you hope to receive from your classmates?