Lesson Plan

• Identify the three main components of a well‑structured A‑Level essay (introduction, body using PEEL, conclusion).
• Apply the PEEL technique to construct coherent body paragraphs that directly answer the exam question.
• Plan an essay within timed constraints, allocating minutes for planning, writing and proofreading.
• Analyse how linking each paragraph back to the thesis enhances argument relevance.
• Evaluate common pitfalls and propose strategies to avoid them.

• Projector and screen
• Whiteboard and markers
• Handout outlining the PEEL framework
• Sample essay excerpt (printed)
• Essay planning worksheet
• Timer/stopwatch

Start with a quick poll: “What part of essay writing feels most confusing?” Review why a clear structure is essential for answering the question and managing time. State that by the end of the lesson students will be able to produce a focused, supported argument using PEEL and a timed plan.

1. Do‑now (5'): Students write a two‑sentence thesis for a given prompt.
2. Mini‑lecture (10'): Explain essay sections and the PEEL technique using the projector.
3. Guided analysis (15'): Whole‑class deconstruction of a sample paragraph, identifying each PEEL element.
4. Planning activity (10'): Complete a planning worksheet, allocating minutes for each essay part.
5. Writing sprint (20'): Draft the introduction and one body paragraph, applying PEEL.
6. Peer feedback (10'): Exchange drafts, check alignment with the question and use of linking sentences.
7. Consolidation (5'): Teacher highlights common pitfalls and effective strategies.
8. Exit ticket (5'): Write one tip they will use in the exam to maintain structure.

Recap how a clear structure supports a focused argument and helps with time management. Collect exit tickets to gauge understanding. For homework, students will produce a full outline for the Macbeth ambition question, including a thesis and three PEEL‑structured body points.