Lesson Plan

• Identify and construct simple, compound, and complex sentences in Kiswahili.
• Apply correct punctuation marks (., ,, ?, !, :, ;, “ ”, ‘ ’) in written texts.
• Select and use advanced vocabulary appropriate to the text type (letter, essay, opinion).
• Organise writing into introduction, body, and conclusion with logical flow.
• Self‑edit using a checklist for grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and structure.

• Projector or interactive whiteboard
• Printed sample texts (letters, essays)
• Handouts on sentence types and punctuation
• Vocabulary list cards
• Writing worksheets with checklist
• Markers and whiteboard

Begin with a quick brain‑teaser that asks students to spot missing punctuation in a short paragraph. Review briefly what they already know about sentence types, then state that by the end of the lesson they will be able to write a polished formal letter using varied structures, correct punctuation and richer vocabulary.

1. Do‑now (5'): Students rewrite a simple sentence into compound and complex forms.
2. Mini‑lecture (10'): Review sentence types and punctuation rules using the projector.
3. Guided practice (15'): In pairs, annotate a sample paragraph for correct punctuation and suggest advanced vocabulary.
4. Writing activity (20'): Students draft a formal letter applying the taught structure and vocabulary.
5. Peer review (10'): Use the provided checklist to give feedback on grammar, punctuation and word choice.
6. Teacher feedback & recap (5'): Highlight common errors and model corrected sentences.

Summarise the key steps for producing a well‑structured, punctuated and vocabularily strong piece of writing. Students complete an exit ticket by writing one sentence that demonstrates a new punctuation mark they mastered. Assign homework: finish the draft letter and bring a printed copy for the next class.