Lesson plan	Lesson plan
What to create	Lesson plan
Which subject	English
What topic	Story writing
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
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Time Allotted: 30 minutes

Objectives

• To understand the key elements of a story
• To learn how to structure a story
• To practice writing a short story

Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Paper and pencils for each student

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Introduce yourself and the topic of the lesson: story writing.
• Ask the students if they enjoy reading and writing stories.
• Explain that in this lesson, they will learn about the key elements of a story and how to structure one.

Key Elements of a Story (5 minutes)

• Write the following headings on the board: character, setting, plot/theme, conflict, and resolution.
• Ask the students what each heading means and have them provide examples.
• Explain that these elements are important in developing a strong story.

Structure of a Story (5 minutes)

• Write the following headings on the board: introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and conclusion.
• Explain that these headings represent the basic structure of a story.
• Have the students provide examples of each heading.

Writing a Short Story (15 minutes)

• Pass out paper and pencils to each student.
• Explain that they will be writing a short story using the key elements and structure discussed in class.
• Encourage them to be creative and have fun with their stories.
• Allow time for them to write and offer guidance as needed.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Have the students share their stories with the class.
• Recap the key elements and structure of a story.
• Thank the students for their participation and remind them to continue reading and writing stories.