Reading a Formal Letter Comprehension English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Subject: English Language
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 10-11 years
Topic: Comprehension
Sub-topic: Reading a Formal Letter
Duration: 45 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Identify and describe the features of a formal letter.
2. Extract key points and main ideas from the letter.
3. Answer questions based on the content of the letter.

Keywords

• Formal Letter
• Salutation
• Body
• Closing
• Signature
• Address

Set Induction

Discuss the purpose and importance of formal letters in communication. Explain how formal letters are structured and used in various contexts, such as job applications or official requests.

Entry Behavior

Pupils should be familiar with basic letter writing and have prior knowledge of different types of letters.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Sample formal letter
• Whiteboard and markers
• Notebooks for note-taking

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Review the format of formal letters, including the parts such as the salutation, body, closing, and signature. Connect the current lesson to previous writing activities where pupils may have written informal letters.

Embedded Core Skills

• Reading comprehension
• Identification of letter features
• Extracting and summarizing information

Learning Materials

• Example of a formal letter
• Letter format templates

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary Schools
• English Language Textbooks on Letter Writing

Instructional Materials

• Formal letter samples
• Whiteboard and markers for highlighting features

Content

Formal Letter Features:

1. Sender’s Address: The address of the person writing the letter.
2. Date: The date when the letter is written.
3. Recipient’s Address: The address of the person receiving the letter.
4. Salutation: The greeting, e.g., “Dear Sir/Madam.”
5. Body: The main content of the letter, divided into paragraphs.
6. Closing: A polite sign-off, e.g., “Yours faithfully.”
7. Signature: The writer’s signature and typed name.

Sample Formal Letter:

Activity Steps

1. Introduction: Explain the structure and features of a formal letter. Show examples and highlight each part of the letter.
2. Guided Practice: Read the sample formal letter with the class. Discuss each feature and its purpose.
3. Independent Reading: Have pupils read a different formal letter individually. Ask them to identify and note the features.
4. Question and Answer: Pose questions about the content and features of the letter. Have pupils answer based on their reading.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain and highlight the features of a formal letter.
• Guide pupils through reading and identifying letter components.
• Ask questions and review answers to ensure understanding.

Learners’ Activities

• Read and analyze the sample formal letter.
• Identify features and main points in their own letter.
• Answer questions based on the letter’s content.

Assessment

• Check pupils’ ability to identify features of a formal letter.
• Evaluate their understanding of the letter’s main points.
• Review answers to questions for accuracy and comprehension.

10 Evaluation Questions

1. What is the purpose of the sender’s address in a formal letter?
2. Where should the date be placed in a formal letter?
3. What is included in the recipient’s address section?
4. How does the salutation start in a formal letter?
5. What information is found in the body of the letter?
6. What should be included in the closing of a formal letter?
7. What is the purpose of the signature in a formal letter?
8. What did Jane Smith request in her letter?
9. Why did Jane Smith attach her resume?
10. How does Jane Smith conclude her letter?

Conclusion

Summarize the features of a formal letter and the importance of each part. Encourage pupils to apply this understanding when reading or writing formal letters in the future.