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Which subject	English
What topic	✍️
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

✍️ Writing Skills Development

Objectives

• Enhance fine motor skills through writing activities.
• Develop letter formation and basic writing skills.
• Encourage creativity through drawing and storytelling.
• Foster a positive attitude towards writing.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Writing paper
• Pencils and crayon sets
• Letter templates
• Picture prompts for storytelling
• A timer

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson corresponds with the Australian National Curriculum for English:

• Recognise the importance of early writing skills as a foundation for literacy development.
• Use appropriate language and forms to communicate ideas.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the topic of writing. Explain its importance and what students will do today. Use simple language suitable for their age.
2	Warm-up Activity	5 minutes	Engage students in a quick fine motor skill exercise, such as squeezing playdough or manipulating small beads.
3	Letter Formation Practice	10 minutes	Distribute letter templates. Guide students in tracing letters with pencils on their writing paper. Monitor their grip and posture.
4	Drawing and Storytelling	5 minutes	Provide picture prompts and ask students to draw a scene and write a simple sentence about it. Encourage creativity.
5	Sharing Time	3 minutes	In pairs, let students share their drawings and sentences with each other to build confidence.
6	Wrap-up and Review	2 minutes	Summarise what was learned about writing. Remind students of the importance of practice in developing their skills.
7	Homework Assignment	30 seconds	Assign a short homework task to practice writing their name and drawing a picture at home. Explain that it will be checked without presentations.

Homework

• Students will practice writing their names and drawing a picture of something they enjoy. Their homework will be submitted and checked by the teacher privately, without the need for student presentations in front of the class.

Assessment

• Review students' writing worksheets and homework privately to assess letter formation and creativity. Provide constructive feedback as needed.

Additional Notes

• Ensure a supportive and encouraging environment throughout the lesson to instill confidence in students' writing abilities.
• Maintain flexibility to adjust the activities based on students' engagement and interest levels.

Lesson script