Production and… · JHS2 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.4.1.2.1 - Record and use different techniques to capture the reader’s attention in introductory paragraphs

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least four different techniques used to capture a reader’s attention in introductory paragraphs (anecdote, fact, question, startling statement).
Write an introductory paragraph using one of the attention-capturing techniques on a given topic.
Arrange sentences in an introductory paragraph in a logical sequence to create coherence.
Use logical connectors (contrast, cause/effect, condition) to link sentences within their introductory paragraphs.
Evaluate sample introductory paragraphs and name the technique used in each.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Writing (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Production and Distribution of Writing (4.1)
Content standard: B8.4.1.2 - Create different paragraphs within a composition on a given topic
Indicator: B8.4.1.2.1 - Record and use different techniques to capture the reader's attention in introductory paragraphs
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 1 (Week 25 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 57
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Write paragraphs using different techniques to capture the reader's attention in introductory paragraphs, e.g. using anecdotes, facts etc.
- Write introductory paragraphs showing how the sentences are organised in a logical sequence to create a coherence appropriate for the text type.
- Use logical connectors to link sentences in a paragraph:
  - contrast: however, nevertheless, although, though, on the other hand, etc
  - cause/effect: because, therefore, as a result, consequently, etc
  - conditions: if, provided that, unless, etc
NB. Use logical connectors, pronouns and the repetition of words, synonyms and antonyms to create cohesion and coherence and unity and completeness of paragraph.