Body of a lesson on a friendly letter

Answer 1

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.