The Writing Process – Basic 2 English Lesson Note (Second Term)

Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define elements of the writing process
2. Explain the writing process
3. Apply the process to write outlines on letter writing

Content

What is the Writing Process?

The writing process is the steps we follow to write good stories, letters, and essays.

Elements of the Writing Process

1. Planning (Thinking)

• Think about what to write
• Choose your topic
• Think about who will read it
• Gather your ideas

2. Drafting (First Writing)

• Write your first copy
• Don’t worry about mistakes
• Put your ideas on paper
• Write sentences about your topic

3. Revising (Making Better)

• Read what you wrote
• Add more ideas
• Take out ideas that don’t fit
• Make your writing clearer

4. Editing (Fixing Mistakes)

• Check your spelling
• Fix punctuation marks
• Make sure sentences make sense
• Use capital letters correctly

5. Publishing (Final Copy)

• Write or type your final copy
• Make it neat and clean
• Share with others
• Be proud of your work

Applying the Writing Process to Letter Writing

Step 1: Planning Your Letter

• Who are you writing to? (friend, family, teacher)
• What do you want to say?
• Why are you writing?

Example Planning for a Letter to Grandma:

• Topic: Tell Grandma about school
• Ideas: new friends, favorite subject, school lunch

Step 2: Parts of a Letter

1. Date: When you write the letter
2. Greeting: “Dear Grandma,”
3. Body: What you want to say
4. Closing: “Love,” or “Your friend,”
5. Signature: Your name

Step 3: Sample Letter Outline

Date: January 15, 2024

Greeting: Dear Grandma,

Body: 

– Tell about new friend Sarah

– Describe favorite subject (Art)

– Share about school lunch

Closing: Love,

Signature: Mary