Writing About Your Last Holiday: A Narrative Guide Composition English Grammar Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Composition English Grammar Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: English Composition
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 9-10 years
Topic: Essay Writing
Sub-topic: How I Spent My Last Holiday
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Identify the key features of a narrative essay.
2. Discuss their personal holiday experiences.
3. Write a short composition on “How I Spent My Last Holiday.”

Keywords

• Narrative Essay
• Introduction
• Body
• Conclusion
• Past Tense

Set Induction

• Begin by asking the pupils to share what they did during their last holiday.

Entry Behaviour

• Pupils have basic knowledge of storytelling and can narrate simple personal experiences.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Sample essay
• Writing materials (paper, pencil)
• Chart showing the structure of a narrative essay

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

• Pupils are familiar with narrating events from their daily lives. This lesson connects their storytelling skills to structured essay writing.

Embedded Core Skills

• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Writing

Learning Materials

• Sample narrative essay
• Writing structure chart

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 5 English Language Textbook

Instructional Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Printed sample essay

Content

How to Write a Narrative Essay:

1. Introduction: Begin with an interesting sentence to capture the reader’s attention.
2. Body: Describe the main events in a logical sequence using past tense.
3. Conclusion: Summarize the experience and express your feelings about it.

Example of a Short Composition: “During my last holiday, I visited my grandparents in the village. Each day was exciting as I helped on the farm and played with my cousins. We also visited the nearby river, where I learned how to fish. The holiday was both fun and educational, and I learned the value of hard work.”

Evaluation

1. The first part of a narrative essay is the _______.
   a) body
   b) conclusion
   c) introduction
   d) title
2. A narrative essay is usually written in the _______ tense.
   a) present
   b) future
   c) past
   d) continuous
3. The body of a narrative essay describes _______.
   a) the introduction
   b) the conclusion
   c) the main events
   d) the title
4. The conclusion of a narrative essay should _______ the experience.
   a) start
   b) summarize
   c) skip
   d) forget
5. The sentence “I visited my grandparents” is in the _______ tense.
   a) future
   b) past
   c) present
   d) continuous
6. In a narrative essay, events should be arranged _______.
   a) randomly
   b) logically
   c) backward
   d) slowly
7. A good introduction should _______ the reader.
   a) bore
   b) capture
   c) confuse
   d) ignore
8. The body of the essay is where you describe the _______.
   a) title
   b) conclusion
   c) main events
   d) questions
9. A narrative essay should be _______ and interesting.
   a) boring
   b) dry
   c) captivating
   d) unclear
10. The final part of a narrative essay is the _______.
    a) introduction
    b) conclusion
    c) title
    d) body

Class Activity Discussion

1. Q: What is a narrative essay?
   A: A narrative essay tells a story about a personal experience.
2. Q: What are the three main parts of a narrative essay?
   A: Introduction, Body, and Conclusion.
3. Q: Why is the past tense used in narrative essays?
   A: Because it describes events that have already happened.
4. Q: How should the events in the body of a narrative essay be arranged?
   A: In a logical sequence.
5. Q: What should the conclusion of a narrative essay do?
   A: It should summarize the experience.
6. Q: Can dialogue be used in a narrative essay?
   A: Yes, to make the story more engaging.
7. Q: What is the purpose of the introduction in a narrative essay?
   A: To capture the reader’s interest.
8. Q: Should a narrative essay be based on real experiences?
   A: Yes, it should be about something that actually happened to the writer.
9. Q: What is the importance of using descriptive language in a narrative essay?
   A: It helps to make the story more vivid and engaging.
10. Q: How long should a narrative essay be for Primary 5 pupils?
    A: About 100 words.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Simple Sentence Construction.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic: “How I Spent My Last Holiday.”
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to share their holiday experiences, guiding them to identify the key parts of a narrative essay.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the structure of a narrative essay.
• Guide pupils in identifying the introduction, body, and conclusion of a sample essay.
• Encourage pupils to share their experiences and write their essays.

Learners’ Activities

• Identify the parts of a narrative essay in a sample.
• Share holiday experiences with classmates.
• Write a short essay on “How I Spent My Last Holiday.”

Assessment

• Pupils will write a short narrative essay on “How I Spent My Last Holiday” and submit it for grading.

Evaluation Questions

1. What are the key parts of a narrative essay?
2. In what tense is a narrative essay usually written?
3. Why is it important to organize events logically in a narrative essay?
4. What should the introduction of a narrative essay do?
5. How does the conclusion of a narrative essay serve the story?
6. How can descriptive language enhance a narrative essay?
7. What is the purpose of the body in a narrative essay?
8. Why should a narrative essay be based on real experiences?
9. What is the role of the teacher in helping pupils write their essays?
10. How can pupils improve their narrative essays?

Conclusion

• The teacher will review the pupils’ essays, give feedback, and correct any mistakes.

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