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English
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What length (min)
45
What age group
Year or Grade 6
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Academic Subject: English
Length: 45 minutes
Grade Level: Year/Grade 6 (age 10-11)
Objectives
Students will be introduced to the basic structure of an essay.
Students will learn how to brainstorm and create a thesis statement.
Students will learn how to organize their ideas into a clear and cohesive essay.
Students will gain an understanding of the importance of clear and concise writing.
Materials
Whiteboard and markers
Paper and pencils
Example essay for analysis
Procedure
Introduction (5 minutes)
Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever written an essay before.
Ask the students what they think makes a good essay.
Introduce the objective of the lesson - to teach students how to write a well-structured essay.
Understanding the Structure of an Essay (10 minutes)
Using the whiteboard, draw a basic essay structure. Explain that an essay generally includes an introduction, body, and conclusion.
Discuss each section in more detail, explaining the purpose of each section and what should be included in each.
Display an example essay for analysis, highlighting the different sections.
Brainstorming and Creating a Thesis Statement (10 minutes)
Explain that before writing an essay, it is important to brainstorm ideas and create a thesis statement.
Give an example topic and brainstorm ideas as a class.
Use the whiteboard to create a basic thesis statement using the brainstormed ideas.
Organizing Ideas into a Clear and Cohesive Essay (15 minutes)
Explain that once a thesis statement has been created, it is important to organize ideas to create a clear and cohesive essay.
Have the class work together to create an outline for the example essay displayed earlier.
Discuss ways to ensure ideas flow seamlessly from one paragraph to the next.
Conclusion (5 minutes)
Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
Review the basic structure of an essay.
Encourage students to practice their essay writing skills.
Assessment
Observe students as they brainstorm their own ideas and create a thesis statement.
Review students' outlines for the example essay to ensure they have a clear understanding of essay structure.
Assess students' understanding of the importance of well-organized writing.