| 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 | information report |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| 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 |
Information Report
Year 3 (Age 7-8)
English
20 students
This lesson aligns with the New Zealand National Curriculum for English, focusing on writing and text structure.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Information Reports | 5 mins | Briefly explain what an information report is. Discuss its purpose and key features. |
| 2 | Sample Analysis | 10 mins | Present a sample information report. Discuss its structure (title, introduction, facts). |
| 3 | Handout Printable Cards | 5 mins | Distribute printable cards to students for note-taking. Briefly explain how to fill them. |
| 4 | Guided Activity | 5 mins | Students fill in their cards with information based on a provided theme or topic. |
| 5 | Collect/Check Student Cards | 3 mins | Collect the cards or conduct a random check to assess understanding of the lesson content. |
| 6 | Assign Homework | 2 mins | Explain the homework task related to creating an information report. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we’re going to explore something really interesting called 'Information Reports.' Can anyone tell me what they think an information report might be?
[Pause for responses]
"Great thoughts! An information report is a special type of writing that tells us about a particular topic. Its purpose is to inform us, provide facts, and present information in a clear way.
Some key features of an information report include having a title, an introduction, and several facts about the topic. We’ll be working on understanding these features today, and later, you’ll get to create your own information report! Are you ready to dive in?"
"Now, let’s look at a sample information report. [Present the sample on the whiteboard or show it on screen.]
"Take a moment to look at the title. What do you think it tells us about the report?
[Pause for responses]
"Exactly! The title gives us an idea of what we will be learning about.
"Next, notice the introduction. This part tells us what the report is about and often includes a few interesting facts.
"Let’s find some facts together. Can anyone point out a factual statement in the sample?
[Pause for students to identify facts]
"Fantastic! These facts are important because they provide the information we need to understand the topic better. Make sure to keep these points in mind as we move on to our next activity!"
"Before we proceed, I'm going to hand out some printable cards for you.
[Distribute cards]
"These cards will help you take notes throughout the lesson. On your card, you'll find sections for the title, introduction, and facts.
"Make sure to write clearly, as you will use these cards later for our activity. If you have any questions about filling them out, just raise your hand!"
"Now it’s time for our guided activity! I want you to pick a theme or topic for your information report. For example, you might choose 'Dolphins' or 'Volcanoes.'
"Take a minute to think about your topic and write it down as your title on the card.
[Pause for students to fill in their titles]
"Great! Now, I’d like you to think about the introduction. What is one interesting fact about your topic that you could include? Write this fact down in the introduction section.
[Pause for students to write]
"Finally, I want you to think of at least two more facts related to your topic and write them down as well. Remember, facts should be clear and informative. Awesome job, everyone!"
"Now, let's check your understanding! I’m going to collect your cards for a quick review.
[Collect cards or walk around to check]
"While I do this, I want you to think about how each part of your card helps to create a complete information report. If you're unsure about anything, don’t hesitate to ask for help!"
"Thank you for your hard work today! For homework, I’d like you to write a full information report using the notes you created on your cards.
"Make sure to include a title, an introduction with a few facts, and additional facts about your topic. Remember to keep it clear and informative.
"Is there anyone who has questions about the homework?
[Pause for questions]
"Alright, I can't wait to read your reports! Have a fantastic rest of the day!"
What is an information report? Describe its purpose in your own words.
List the key features of an information report. Why are each of these features important?
Choose a topic for your information report and write a clear and concise title.
Write an introduction for your information report. Include at least two interesting facts related to your chosen topic.
Identify three factual statements about your topic that would fit well in your information report. Make sure they are clear and informative.
Why is it important for an information report to present information in a clear way? Provide an example to support your answer.
Reflect on the guided activity. How did writing your title, introduction, and facts help you understand the structure of an information report?
What challenges did you face while creating your information report notes? How can you overcome them when writing the final report?
Ask a family member or friend to read your introduction and facts. What feedback did they give you? How did it help improve your report?
Write a concluding statement for your report. How does it summarize the information you presented?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is an information report? | |
| List the key features of an information report. | |
| Why is the title important in an information report? | |
| What should be included in the introduction of an information report? | |
| Can you name a factual statement that might be included in an information report? | |
| Why are facts important in an information report? | |
| What topic would you choose for your own information report? | |
| What is one interesting fact you could include in the introduction of your report? | |
| How many facts are you required to write down for your information report? | |
| What should you remember about the clarity of your facts in the information report? | |
| Why do we take notes using the printable cards during the lesson? | |
| What will you do for homework regarding your information report? | |
| How should you structure your information report for homework? | |
| What is the purpose of an information report? | |
| How can asking for help benefit your understanding of information reports? |