| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | Author’s purpose |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Objective: Introduce students to the concept of author’s purpose by using an imaginative scenario.
Imagine that you are walking home from school one day when you find a mysterious letter lying on the ground. It is sealed with a red wax stamp and has no return address. Curious, you pick it up and open it. Inside, you find a beautifully written message that reads:
"Dear Reader,
Have you ever wondered why authors write? Every word is carefully chosen with a purpose. Some aim to persuade, others to inform, and some just want to entertain!
This week, you will embark on a quest to uncover the secrets of why writers create their stories. Each lesson will guide you through the different purposes. Are you ready to explore the world of words?
Yours mysteriously,
The Word Wizard"
After reading the letter, ask the students the following:
Now that we've been intrigued by The Word Wizard's letter, we will dive into the different purposes of writing: to persuade, inform, and entertain.
As we explore each purpose, think about the different texts you encounter in your daily life. Are they meant to convince you of something? To give you information? Or simply to make you laugh or feel something?
Let’s get started on our journey to unlock the author’s secret intentions!
With this engaging opening, students will be intrigued and prepared to explore the concept of author’s purpose in depth!