Describing My Best Friend: A Personal Touch Composition English Grammar Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Composition English Grammar Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Subject: English Composition
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 9-10 years
Topic: Descriptive Writing
Sub-topic: My Favourite Friend
Duration: 60 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify the characteristics of a descriptive essay.
- Describe their favourite friend using vivid adjectives and details.
- Write a short essay about their favourite friend.
Keywords
- Descriptive
- Favourite
- Friend
- Characteristics
- Adjectives
Set Induction
- Start by asking the pupils to think about their closest friend and share one thing they like most about that friend.
Entry Behaviour
- Pupils can describe people and objects using simple sentences.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Sample descriptive essays
- Writing materials (paper, pencil)
- Chart showing adjectives and descriptive phrases
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
- Pupils have learned about describing objects and people in previous lessons, and this will focus on a more personal and detailed description.
Embedded Core Skills
- Writing
- Communication
- Social Awareness
Learning Materials
- Adjectives list
- Descriptive essay examples
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 5 English Language Textbook
Instructional Materials
- Whiteboard and markers
- Printed descriptive essay samples
Content
Features of a Descriptive Essay:
- Introduction: Introduce the person you are describing.
- Body: Describe the person’s physical appearance, personality, and why they are your favourite friend.
- Conclusion: Summarize why you value your friendship with this person.
Example of a Short Descriptive Essay: “My favourite friend is Ada. She has long, curly hair and always has a big smile on her face. Ada is very kind and always helps others. We love to play games together during break time. I like Ada because she is a good listener and always makes me laugh. She is the best friend anyone could have.”
Evaluation
- The introduction of a descriptive essay should _______.
a) describe the setting
b) introduce the person or object being described
c) conclude the story
d) list adjectives - The body of the descriptive essay is where you _______.
a) describe the person or object in detail
b) introduce the topic
c) conclude the story
d) list events - The conclusion of a descriptive essay should _______.
a) introduce new characters
b) summarize the description and feelings
c) describe the setting
d) start a new story - A descriptive essay is usually written in _______ tense.
a) past
b) present
c) future
d) continuous - The word “descriptive” means _______.
a) storytelling
b) explaining
c) describing in detail
d) listing - Adjectives are used in descriptive writing to _______.
a) add detail and vividness
b) confuse the reader
c) list items
d) write dialogues - The physical appearance of a person should be described in the _______.
a) conclusion
b) body
c) introduction
d) title - The emotions of the writer should be expressed in the _______.
a) body and conclusion
b) title and introduction
c) introduction and body
d) conclusion and title - The main idea of the descriptive essay should be found in the _______.
a) title
b) body
c) introduction
d) conclusion - A good descriptive essay makes the reader _______.
a) sleepy
b) confused
c) imagine the description clearly
d) forget the details
Class Activity Discussion
- Q: What is a descriptive essay?
A: A descriptive essay describes a person, object, or place in detail. - Q: What should you include in the introduction of a descriptive essay?
A: An introduction to the person or object being described. - Q: What should the body of the descriptive essay focus on?
A: Describing the person or object in detail. - Q: What is the purpose of the conclusion in a descriptive essay?
A: To summarize the description and the writer’s feelings. - Q: What tense is commonly used in descriptive writing?
A: Present tense. - Q: What role do adjectives play in descriptive writing?
A: They add detail and vividness to the description. - Q: How should you describe the physical appearance of a person in a descriptive essay?
A: In the body, with specific details. - Q: Why is it important to express emotions in a descriptive essay?
A: To help the reader understand the writer’s feelings and connection to the subject. - Q: What should be the focus of the descriptive essay?
A: The detailed description of the subject. - Q: How should a descriptive essay make the reader feel?
A: It should help the reader imagine the description clearly.
Presentation
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Narrative Writing: My First Day in My New Class.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “Descriptive Writing: My Favourite Friend.”
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to describe their favourite friend, focusing on physical appearance, personality, and reasons for their friendship.
Teacher’s Activities
- Explain the structure and elements of a descriptive essay.
- Provide examples and guide pupils in writing their descriptions.
- Encourage pupils to use vivid adjectives and detailed descriptions.
Learners’ Activities
- Describe their favourite friend to the class.
- Identify the parts of a descriptive essay in the examples.
- Write their own descriptive essay about their favourite friend.
Assessment
- Pupils will write a descriptive essay about their favourite friend and submit it for grading.
Evaluation Questions
- What is a descriptive essay?
- How should the introduction of a descriptive essay be structured?
- What should the body of a descriptive essay focus on?
- What is the purpose of the conclusion in a descriptive essay?
- In what tense is a descriptive essay usually written?
- What role do adjectives play in descriptive writing?
- How should you describe the physical appearance of a person in a descriptive essay?
- Why is it important to express emotions in a descriptive essay?
- What should be the focus of the descriptive essay?
- How should a descriptive essay make the reader feel?
Conclusion
- The teacher will review the pupils’ descriptive essays, provide feedback, and correct any mistakes.
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