a sample lesson plan for teaching creative writing-expository essay to elementary students:
Objective: Students will be able to write an expository essay by the end of the lesson.
Materials: Whiteboard, markers, chart paper, pens, lined paper
Introduction (10 minutes):
Introduce the concept of creative writing and explain what an expository essay is (a type of writing that explains a topic).
Show examples of expository essays (e.g. How-to articles, informational reports, etc.) and ask students what they notice about the writing.
Write the main features of an expository essay on the whiteboard (e.g. clear introduction, supporting details, conclusion).
Pre-writing (15 minutes):
Have students brainstorm a list of topics they are interested in and would like to write about.
Have them choose one topic from the list and write a thesis statement for their essay (e.g. "The process of making a pizza").
Write the thesis statement on the whiteboard and have students identify the main idea that will be explained in the essay.
Using chart paper, create an outline for the essay with three main sections: Introduction, Body, and Conclusion.
Writing (30 minutes):
Pass out lined paper and have students begin writing their essays.
Remind them to refer to the outline and the features of an expository essay written on the whiteboard.
Circulate the room to provide support and answer any questions.
Conclusion (15 minutes):
Have students share their essays with a partner and provide constructive feedback.
As a class, discuss the key elements of an expository essay and what makes a strong essay.
End the lesson by reminding students that writing is a process and it's okay to make mistakes. Encourage them to continue to practice and improve their writing skills.
Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on their ability to write an organized and well-supported expository essay using the outlined format.
