Body of a lesson on a friendly letter
Lesson Title: Writing a Friendly Letter
Objective: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to write a friendly letter with the correct format, structure, and content.
Materials needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts containing a friendly letter format
Introduction (5 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever received a letter from a friend or loved one. Have them share their experiences with the class.
- Introduce the concept of writing a friendly letter. Explain that it is a way to communicate with loved ones who may be far away or to simply stay in touch with those close by.
- Display the whiteboard and go over the parts of a letter (date, greeting, body, closing, and signature).
Body (20 minutes):
- Pass out the handouts containing the correct format of a letter. Go over each section again and explain its purpose.
- Model an example letter on the whiteboard, talking through each section as you go. Point out how the greeting should be personalized with the recipient's name, and how the closing should be appropriate for the relationship with the person you are writing to.
- Have students partner up. Ask them to write a basic letter to their partner, using the handouts for reference. Encourage them to include personal details and questions to keep the conversation going.
- Monitor the students as they write, providing guidance and support where needed.
Closure (10 minutes):
- After students have finished writing their letters, have them exchange with their partner. Instruct them to read their partner's letter and write a response back.
- Wrap up the lesson by asking students what they enjoyed about writing a friendly letter. Have them share what they learned and if they would write another letter in future.
Assessment:
- Observe the students as they write their letters, looking for the correct structure, format and content.
- Collect their letters for grading to ensure understanding.
Lesson: Writing a Friendly Letter
Introduction:
1. Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever written a letter before, either by hand or using email or text messaging. Explain that today, they will learn how to write a specific type of letter called a friendly letter.
Objective:
1. State the objective of the lesson: By the end of the lesson, students will be able to write a friendly letter using the appropriate structure and format.
Body:
1. Start by explaining what a friendly letter is and when it is typically used. A friendly letter is a personal letter written to someone in a casual or familiar manner. It is used to communicate with friends, family members, pen pals, or even favorite authors.
2. Discuss the structure of a friendly letter:
- Begin with a heading: Teach students to include their address on the top right corner, followed by the date.
- Next, discuss the salutation: Teach students to write a greeting, such as "Dear" followed by the recipient's name.
- Talk about the body of the letter: Explain that this is where the main message is written. Encourage students to write in a conversational and friendly tone, sharing news, thoughts, or asking questions.
- Explain the closing: Teach students to end the letter with an appropriate closing, such as "Sincerely," "Best regards," or even something more personal like "Love" or "Yours truly." Remind them to sign their names at the bottom.
- Lastly, explain the postscript (P.S.): Explain that a postscript is an optional addition to a letter where one can add an afterthought or an additional piece of information.
3. Provide an example: Show students a friendly letter template or example on a presentation slide or hand it out as a printed worksheet. Point out the different parts of the letter structure and emphasize their importance.
4. Practice writing a friendly letter: Have students choose a person they would like to write a letter to, whether it's a friend, family member, or someone they admire. Ask them to draft a friendly letter, using the structure and format discussed. Provide assistance and guidance as needed.
5. Sharing and reflection: Give students the opportunity to share their letters with a partner or with the whole class. Encourage positive feedback and discussion on what made their letters friendly and effective.
Conclusion:
1. Revisit the objective of the lesson and ask students if they feel more confident in writing friendly letters now. Reinforce the importance of effective communication and connecting with others through writing.
2. Summarize the key points discussed, such as the structure and format of a friendly letter, and remind students to use these skills in future writing.
3. End the lesson with a closing remark or activity, like encouraging students to write and send their letters to the intended recipients, if feasible.
Note: This lesson plan can be adjusted based on the grade level and abilities of the students.