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What topic	First Day of School
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: First Day of School

Subject: English

Grade: 7

Duration: 30 Minutes

Lesson Objective

Students will understand the importance of the first day of school, express their feelings about it, and learn how to articulate personal experiences in a narrative format.

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Notebooks and pens
• A handout with prompts and a descriptive vocabulary list
• A timer

Introduction (5 Minutes)

Begin the lesson by welcoming students to the first day of school. Briefly discuss what the first day of school means to them. Ask the students to share their feelings:

• What are you excited about?
• What are you nervous about?
• What do you expect from this school year?

Direct Instruction (10 Minutes)

Discuss the structure of a personal narrative. Explain the key components:

1. Introduction: Set the scene for readers.
2. Body: Share the main events combined with emotions.
3. Conclusion: Reflect on the experience and what was learned.

Introduce descriptive vocabulary that can enhance their writing, such as "nervous," "excited," "overwhelmed," "joyful," "anticipation," etc.

Guided Practice (5 Minutes)

Provide students with a prompt on the whiteboard:

Prompt: "Describe your first day of school from arriving at the school to your last class. Include at least three specific feelings you experienced and use vocabulary from the list."

Ask students to brainstorm ideas for the prompt. Allow them to share their thoughts with a partner before writing down some key points.

Independent Practice (7 Minutes)

Have students write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) based on the prompt. Remind them to use descriptive language and to focus on their feelings throughout the narrative.

Conclusion (3 Minutes)

Invite a few students to share their paragraphs with the class if they feel comfortable. Give positive feedback and highlight the use of descriptive vocabulary. Remind students that writing about their experience can be a way to handle nerves and excitement as they embark on a new school year.

Homework Assignment

Task: Write a complete personal narrative about your first day of school, using the structure discussed in class. Include at least two descriptive words from the vocabulary list. Aim for 1-2 paragraphs (10-12 sentences total).

Correct Answers (for Teacher Reference)

• Introduction Example: "As I stepped onto the school grounds for the first time, a wave of nervousness washed over me."
• Body Example: "The bustling hallways, filled with excited chatter, made my heart race with anticipation."
• Conclusion Example: "By the end of the day, I realized that the nerves vanished as new friendships began to blossom."

Encourage creativity and personal expression. Assess the homework based on clarity, structure, and use of descriptive language.

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This lesson plan is designed to engage seventh-grade students, tapping into their emotions about the start of a new school year while also honing their narrative writing skills.