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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: English Language
Lesson Topic: Make accurate use of spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Learning Objective/s:
  • Identify common spelling, punctuation and grammar errors in directed writing.
  • Apply correct spelling conventions, punctuation marks, and grammatical structures in a written paragraph.
  • Edit and proofread a draft using a systematic checklist to improve accuracy and coherence.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector and screen
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Printed worksheets with sample paragraphs
  • Dictionary (physical or online)
  • Computers with spell‑check enabled
  • Editing checklist handouts
 Introduction:
Begin with a quick “spot the error” challenge to spark interest. Review students’ prior experience with spelling and punctuation in previous writing tasks. Explain that today they will master a checklist to ensure their writing is error‑free and meets the IGCSE criteria.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5') – Students correct punctuation errors in a short paragraph displayed on the board.
  2. Mini‑lecture (10') – Review key spelling conventions, punctuation marks, and grammar rules (sentence types, tense consistency, subject‑verb agreement, pronoun reference).
  3. Guided practice (15') – Teacher models editing a sample text using the proofreading checklist.
  4. Pair activity (15') – Learners write a 120‑150 word descriptive paragraph about a memorable holiday, then exchange drafts for peer review using the checklist.
  5. Whole‑class feedback (10') – Discuss common errors spotted and strategies for correction.
  6. Consolidation quiz (5') – Quick Kahoot/exit poll on spelling, punctuation, and grammar points covered.
Conclusion:
Recap the three‑step editing process and highlight the most frequent errors observed. Students complete an exit ticket stating one personal improvement goal for their next writing piece. Assign homework: write a revised version of today’s paragraph incorporating all checklist items.