Diary

SWBLT

• Identify the structure of a diary.

• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Success Criteria
1- I can list and explain the key features of a
diary.

2- I can break down and describe the

structure of a diary.

3- I can create a detailed outline a diary.

• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Agenda

1. Warm-up
2. Prediction and reading for gist
3. Language and Structure Preparation
4. Content preparation
5. Homework
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Warm-up
(Tenses revision)
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• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary. Think, Pair and share
Features prediction
1-What is the expected setting ?
2- What point of view should be
used ?
3- What is the expected events ?
4- What is the purpose ?
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Prediction and
reading for gist
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Identify the structure of a diary.
Identify the features of a diary.
Can you identify the features of the
• Plan a diary. following?
Individual work
• Identify the structure of a diary.
Look at the colored words!!!
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary. Pair up and check!
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary. Check out the analysis !
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.
• Identify the structure of a diary.
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Identify the features of a diary.
Plan a diary. Structure
14 July - Arrival Day

Dear Diary,
15 July
Today was the first day of summer camp! We arrived
in the afternoon, and I was nervous but excited. ………
Dear Diary,
15 July - First Full Day
Today was incredible! It’s my first time at
Dear Diary, summer camp and I was nervous at first, but
now I love it. We started the day with a big
What an incredible day! We began with a hearty breakfast and then headed out for a hike in
breakfast and then went on a hike through the woods. the woods.……
The scenery was breathtaking, and I couldn't stop
taking pictures. In the afternoon, we had a swimming
competition at the lake. ……..
Features:
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

First-Person Perspective:
The use of first-person pronouns like "I" and "my" makes the writing personal and direct.
Emotional Expression:
The writer shares their feelings of nervousness and excitement about the summer camp experience.
Daily Experiences:
The entry describes specific events that happened during the day, such as the hike, swimming competition, and
campfire.
Detailed Descriptions:
The writer provides vivid details about the activities, such as "breathtaking scenery," "splashing around with new
friends," and "toasted marshmallows while sharing spooky stories."
Honesty and Authenticity:
The writer is honest about their initial nervousness and their enjoyment of the activities.
Informal Language:
The tone is conversational and informal, suitable for a personal diary.
Personal Reflections:
The writer reflects on their feelings and the fun they had, giving a personal touch to the entry.
Sense of Time and Sequence:
The events are described in the order they happened, providing a clear sequence of the day’s activities.
• Identify the structure of a diary.
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Identify the features of a diary.
Plan a diary. Features
Use first-person pronoun ‘I’.
Focus on key moments or important incidents.
Provide a sense of time and sequence using
time connectives.
Give a clear sense of the writer’s personality,
feelings, and emotions.
Use simple and compound sentences.
Use informal register and simple vocabulary.
Include idioms.
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• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Content Preparation and Planning

(Fill out a planning sheet-Classwork)
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Write down points

of your diary….
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Whole Class - BRAIN STORMING

Create your own diary entry, focusing on a

specific day, personal experience,
descriptive details.
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

The checklist
Exit Ticket
• Identify the structure of a diary.
• Identify the features of a diary.
• Plan a diary.

Is a diary entry considered to be a recount?

Yes it is
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Plan a diary. Homework
1-Proofread what you wrote in today’s lesson.
2-Write the first draft using the checklist and
the editing list.

Notes:
1) Write you diary entry in your writing notepad.
2) Make sure you include all the features required.
3)Refer back to the notes P. 63
• Identify the structure of a diary.
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Identify the features of a diary.
Plan a diary.
How to Proofread?
1.Read Aloud: It helps catch awkward phrasing, missing words, and
other errors that might not be noticeable when reading silently.
2-Use the correction codes to identify the type of
mistake and place them above the writing.
3- Rewrite the sentences correctly.
4- Final Review: Before submitting your work, do a final review to
ensure that all errors have been corrected and that your writing meets
your standards of quality.