Objective
By the end of this lesson, Audrey will be able to effectively plan, create, and revise written texts for informative purposes using text features, sentence-level grammar, punctuation, and word-level language for a target audience.
Materials and Prep
Materials: Paper, pencil, eraser
Prep: None
Activities
1. Brainstorming: Have Audrey think of a topic she is interested in writing about. Encourage her to jot down key points and ideas.
2. Drafting: Ask Audrey to write a rough draft of her informative text, focusing on including text features like headings, subheadings, and bullet points.
3. Revising: Guide Audrey in revising her draft by checking for sentence-level grammar, punctuation, and word-level language. Encourage her to make improvements.
Talking Points
- Choosing a Topic: "Audrey, what topic are you passionate about? Your writing will be more engaging if you write about something you love."
- Text Features: "Remember, headings and subheadings help organize your writing. They make it easier for your readers to understand."
- Grammar Check: "Let's make sure your sentences are clear and correct. Check for subject-verb agreement and proper punctuation."
- Engaging Language: "Try using descriptive words and interesting vocabulary to captivate your audience. Make your writing come alive!"
- Revising Process: "Revising is like polishing your work. It's important to review and make improvements to create a better final piece."