Writing Auto Biography. Description Of Oneself, Habits, Manners And Moral Values English Grammar Primary 6 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Subject :
English Grammar. Continuous Writing / Composition
Topic :
Writing Auto Biography. Description Of Oneself Habits Manners and Moral Values
Class :
Primary 6/ Basic 6
Term :
Third Term
Week :
Week 3
Reference Materials : .
Online materials
Textbooks
Journals
Magazines
Instructional Materials :..
- Pictures of oneself
- Picture of role Model
Previous Knowledge :
The pupils have previous knowledge of
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concept of writing an autobiography.
- Describe oneself, including personal information, hobbies, and talents.
- Identify and discuss habits, manners, and moral values.
- Demonstrate the ability to organize thoughts and ideas into coherent paragraphs.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Writing skills: Describing oneself, habits, manners, and moral values.
- Reading comprehension: Understanding autobiographical texts.
- Critical thinking: Reflecting on personal experiences and values.
- Communication skills: Expressing oneself clearly and effectively.
Learning Materials:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Autobiography examples
- Chart paper and markers
- Autobiography planning worksheets
- Pencils and papers for students
Content :
Class : Basic 6
Subject : English Grammar
Topic : Auto Biography
Writing an auto biography
An autobiography is a written account of a person’s life that is written by that person himself or herself. It is the story describing the life of a person that is told by the individual himself or herself. Let us see how we can write our own life’s story or auto biography
Good morning, class! Today, we are going to learn about writing an autobiography and how to describe ourselves, our habits, manners, and moral values.
An autobiography is a story that you write about your own life. It is a way to share your experiences, achievements, and the lessons you have learned. It’s a great opportunity to express yourself and let others know who you are as a person.
When writing an autobiography, it is important to start with an introduction where you introduce yourself to the readers. You can include your full name, age, where you were born, and any interesting facts about yourself. For example:
“My name is John Smith. I am twelve years old and was born in Lagos, Nigeria. I have always been passionate about music and enjoy playing the piano.”
After the introduction, you can move on to describing your habits. Habits are the things we do regularly. You can write about your daily routines, hobbies, or any special talents you have. Here’s an example:
“I have a habit of waking up early in the morning and going for a run. I also enjoy reading books and painting in my free time. One of my special talents is playing basketball, and I have won several awards in school competitions.”
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Next, let’s talk about manners. Manners are the way we behave and treat others. It’s important to be respectful, kind, and considerate towards others. You can mention how you show good manners in different situations. Here’s an example:
“I believe in treating others with respect and kindness. I always say ‘please’ and ‘thank you,’ and I try to help my classmates whenever they need assistance. I also make sure to listen attentively when someone is speaking and wait for my turn to speak.”
Lastly, let’s discuss moral values. Moral values are principles that guide our behavior and decision-making. They include honesty, integrity, compassion, and fairness. You can share examples of how you demonstrate these values in your daily life. For instance:
“Honesty is one of my top moral values. I believe in always telling the truth, even if it’s difficult. For example, if I accidentally break something, I take responsibility and admit my mistake to my parents or teacher. I also try to help those in need and participate in charity events to show compassion and fairness.”
Remember, an autobiography is a personal story, so feel free to express your thoughts and feelings. Use descriptive language, provide specific examples, and organize your writing into paragraphs to make it easy to read and understand.
Now, I want you to take some time to think about your own autobiography. Consider your habits, manners, and moral values, and start drafting your introduction. In our next class, we will continue with the next sections of your autobiography.
Keep in mind that an autobiography is a journey of self-discovery, so enjoy the process of writing and reflecting on your life experiences. I’m looking forward to reading your amazing autobiographies in our next class. Have a great day!
EXERCISE
Write the story of your life by answering these questions. Note that compositions or essays do not always have numbers. You can use paragraphs instead of Numbers.
First paragraph
1.What is your full name?
2.When and where were you born and to which parents?
3.Who are your parents and your immediate family members?
Second paragraph
4.What can you remember about your childhood days?
5.What can you say about the school(s) you have attended?
6.What are the interesting things you have enjoyed doing, especially with your friends at home and at school?
Third Paragraph
7.What very bad thing can you remember that has happened to you?
8.Do you like sports? Are you funny? What else can you say about yourself?
9.What do you think about life generally?
What have you learned about life?
Don’t forget to give your autobiography a title, such as e.g. the story of my life.
Teacher / Learners Activities
Guidelines
- What is an auto biography. An auto biography is someone’s life story that is written by that person himself or herself
- Why are auto biographies written? Auto biographies are written because of the following reasons
- To correct wrong impression about someone
- To introduce Oneself to perspective employer
- To showcase or exhibit one’s skills, talents or areas of specialities
- What are the main contents of an auto biography. The main contents of an auto biography are
- The name of the writer
- The place of birth of the writer
- The tribe of the writer
- Religion
- Nationality
- Likes of the person
- Dislike of the person
- Any special event that shaped the writer’s life
- The day that the writer may never forget in his or her life
- Prospects for the future
- Conclusion (usually thank you)
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Lesson Plan Presentation
Subject: English Grammar
Topic: Writing Autobiography – Description of Oneself, Habits, Manners, and Moral Values
Class: Primary 6
Time: 60 minutes
Presentation:
I. Introduction (5 minutes)
- Greet the students and introduce the topic of writing an autobiography.
- Discuss the importance of describing oneself, habits, manners, and moral values.
- Share the learning objectives for the lesson.
II. Teacher’s Activities (15 minutes) a) Explain the concept of an autobiography: – Define what an autobiography is and why it is important. – Provide examples of famous autobiographies to engage students’ interest.
b) Describe oneself: – Discuss the elements to include in an introduction (e.g., name, age, place of birth). – Share examples of how to describe personal characteristics, hobbies, and talents.
c) Habits, manners, and moral values: – Explain the meaning and significance of habits, manners, and moral values. – Give examples of different habits, good manners, and moral values. – Discuss the importance of these aspects in personal development.
III. Learners’ Activities (20 minutes) a) Autobiography planning: – Distribute autobiography planning worksheets to each student. – Encourage students to brainstorm and jot down their personal information, habits, manners, and moral values.
b) Group discussions: – Divide students into small groups. – In their groups, students can share and discuss their ideas, habits, and moral values. – Encourage them to provide feedback and suggestions to each other.
c) Drafting the autobiography: – Instruct students to use the information from their planning worksheets to write the first draft of their autobiographies. – Emphasize the importance of organizing their thoughts into paragraphs
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IV. Assessment (10 minutes)
- Ask students to exchange their drafts with a partner for peer review.
- Encourage students to provide constructive feedback on clarity, organization, and content.
- Monitor and provide guidance as needed.
V. Evaluation Questions (10 minutes)
- What is an autobiography, and why is it important?
- Name three elements to include when describing oneself in an autobiography.
- What are some examples of good manners?
- Explain the significance of moral values in one’s life.
- Why is it important to organize thoughts and ideas into paragraphs in an autobiography?
- What are the core skills involved in writing an autobiography?
- How can you demonstrate good manners in your daily life?
- What is the purpose of peer review in the writing process?
- How does an autobiography help readers understand a person’s habits and values?
- Reflect on your own autobiography. What did you learn about yourself in the process?
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Evaluation :
Write out your own story (auto biography).
You the guidelines that is given above.
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1. How would you introduce yourself in an autobiography?
a) By sharing your favorite color
b) By stating your full name and age
c) By describing your pet
d) By listing your favorite movies
2. Which of the following is an example of a habit?
a) Saying “thank you” when someone gives you a gift
b) Being kind to others
c) Waking up early and going for a run
d) Sharing your toys with friends
3. What does it mean to have good manners?
a) Being loud and interrupting others
b) Treating others with respect and kindness
c) Ignoring people when they talk to you
d) Taking things that don’t belong to you
4. Which of the following is an example of showing good manners?
a) Pushing your way to the front of the line
b) Listening to others when they speak
c) Talking loudly during a movie
d) Ignoring someone when they ask for help
5. What are moral values?
a) Principles that guide our behavior and decision-making
b) Things we do regularly
c) Daily routines and hobbies
d) Talents and special skills
6. Which of the following is an example of a moral value?
a) Reading books and painting
b) Playing basketball
c) Telling the truth, even if it’s difficult
d) Saying “please” and “thank you”
7. How can you demonstrate compassion in your daily life?
a) By helping others in need
b) By being disrespectful to your classmates
c) By ignoring people’s feelings
d) By taking things that don’t belong to you
8. What is the importance of honesty in an autobiography?
a) It makes the autobiography more exciting
b) It helps readers understand your daily routines
c) It shows your commitment to good manners
d) It builds trust with the readers and reflects your moral values
9. Which of the following is an example of demonstrating integrity?
a) Cheating on a test to get a better grade
b) Keeping your promises and being truthful
c) Being mean to others
d) Not taking responsibility for your actions
10. Why is it important to organize your autobiography into paragraphs?
a) It makes the autobiography longer
b) It helps the readers understand your habits better
c) It improves the flow and readability of your writing
d) It allows you to include more hobbies and talents
Take your time to read the questions and choose the correct option for each one. Good luck!
VI. Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Recap the key points
- Summarize the main concepts discussed in the lesson, such as the purpose of an autobiography, describing oneself, habits, manners, and moral values.
- Encourage students to continue working on their autobiographies, using the feedback received during the peer review.
- Emphasize the importance of reflecting on their own experiences and values while writing their autobiographies.
- Express confidence in the students’ ability to write engaging and meaningful autobiographies.
- Provide any additional resources or guidance for further exploration of the topic, if available.
- Thank the students for their active participation and attention throughout the lesson.
Note: It’s important to adjust the timings and activities based on the actual classroom dynamics and the needs of the students. Additionally, the evaluation questions can be modified or expanded to suit the specific focus and depth of the lesson.
Further Reading
Useful websites that provide information and resources related to writing an autobiography, describing oneself, habits, manners, and moral values:
- StoryTerrace (https://storyterrace.com/)
- A professional writing service that helps individuals write their autobiographies. They provide guidance, ghostwriting services, and editing assistance.
- ReadWriteThink (http://www.readwritethink.org/)
- Offers various lesson plans, activities, and resources for teaching writing skills, including autobiographical writing.
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