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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectEnglish
What age groupYear or Grade 7
What topicPerspective 1st, 2nd and third person
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Lesson Introduction: Exploring Perspective in Writing

Objective

Today, we will delve into the fascinating world of narrative perspective—specifically, the first, second, and third-person points of view. Understanding these perspectives will enhance your writing skills and help you become more aware of how stories can be told in different ways.

Setting the Scene: The “Guess Who?” Game

Activity Overview

To kick off our lesson, we’ll play a fun game called "Guess Who?" This activity will help us explore different perspectives in a dynamic way.

Materials Needed

Instructions

  1. Character Descriptions: Before class, prepare short descriptions of various characters written from different perspectives. For example:

    • First Person: "I was nervous as I waited for the bus, feeling the cool breeze ruffle my hair."
    • Second Person: "You step into the room, your heart racing as everyone turns to look at you."
    • Third Person: "She could hardly believe her eyes as the crowd cheered for her."

  2. Divide the Class: Split the class into small groups. Each group will take turns guessing the perspective of the character based on the description.

  3. Guessing Game: Read aloud a character description from one perspective and ask the groups to identify which perspective it is. Encourage lively discussion and reasoning behind their guesses.

  4. Reflection: After the guessing game, bring everyone together to discuss how the perspective affected how they understood the character’s situation. Which perspective felt the most engaging? Why?

Conclusion

By starting with the "Guess Who?" game, we not only break the ice but also create an interactive and engaging environment to explore the concept of narrative perspective. Now that we’ve set the stage, let’s dive deeper into each perspective and practice writing our own examples. Get ready to expand your storytelling toolkit!

Transition

Next, we’ll explore the unique characteristics of each perspective in detail and how to effectively use them in your writing. Let’s get started!