Writing a Short Story Composition English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 13

Week 13: Composition

Topic: Writing a Short Story

Instructions for Teachers:

1. Introduction:
   • Explain that students will be writing a short story this week.
   • Discuss the basic structure of a short story: beginning (introduction), middle (body), and end (conclusion).
2. Guidance:
   • Encourage students to choose a simple topic for their story.
   • Remind them to include interesting details and make their stories engaging.
3. Support:
   • Provide prompts or examples if students need help getting started.
   • Assist with brainstorming ideas and organizing their thoughts.
4. Review and Feedback:
   • After writing, review each story with the student.
   • Provide positive feedback and suggest improvements.

Composition Assignment:

Objective: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Write a short story with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
2. Use descriptive language to make their story engaging.
3. Revise their story for clarity and coherence.

Instructions for Students:

1. Choose a Topic:
   • Think of an interesting topic for your story. It could be about an adventure, a special event, or a funny experience.
2. Plan Your Story:
   • Beginning: Introduce your characters and setting.
   • Middle: Describe the main events of the story.
   • End: Show how the story concludes or what the characters learned.
3. Write Your Story:
   • Use complete sentences and correct punctuation.
   • Include details to make your story vivid and interesting.
4. Revise and Edit:
   • Reread your story to check for any mistakes.
   • Make sure your story flows well and makes sense.
5. Share Your Story:
   • If possible, share your story with a classmate or family member and listen to their feedback.

Example Short Story Structure:

1. Beginning:
   • Introduce the main character and the setting.
   • Example: “Once upon a time, in a small village, there was a young girl named Mia who loved exploring.”
2. Middle:
   • Describe the main events or challenges the character faces.
   • Example: “One day, Mia discovered a hidden path in the forest. She decided to follow it and found a magical garden.”
3. End:
   • Show how the story ends or what the character learned.
   • Example: “Mia returned to her village with new friends and a wonderful story to tell. She learned that adventure can lead to amazing discoveries.”

This assignment will help students practice storytelling skills and enhance their writing abilities.

Dictation – Selected Words From The Reading Passage

Write out the following words

1. Classroom

2. Government

3. Cupboard

4. Exercise

5. Paragraph

6. Mathematics

7. Chameleon

8. Chisel

9. Appliances

10. Trumpet