Report Writing

Grade 11 · English Grammer

Semester 2 | Period 6 | Week 34

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Subject: English Grammer

Semester: 2

Period: 6

Week: 34

School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: English Grammar
Grade Level: Grade 11
Period: VI
Week & Period: Week 34, Period VI

Topic: Report Writing

Specific Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, learners should be able to:

  1. Explain what a report is and identify its structure.
  2. Write factual and objective reports on events and issues.
  3. Use appropriate tone and format in writing a report.

 

A – Anticipation (Engage Learners):

Starter Questions:

  • What is the difference between a report and a story?
  • Who reads reports and why are they important?

Activity:

  • Read aloud a sample school report (e.g., "Report on the Clean-Up Day Campaign").
  • Class discussion: Identify what made it formal, factual, and organized.

 

B – Building Knowledge (Core Content):

  1. Definition of a Report:
  • A report is a formal account of an event, investigation, or research.
  • It should be objective, structured, and informative.
  1. Types of Reports:
  • School reports
  • Newspaper reports
  • Scientific reports
  1. Structure of a Report:
  • Title
  • Introduction (What happened, when and where)
  • Body (Details in chronological or logical order)
  • Conclusion/Recommendation
  1. Language Features:
  • Use of past tense
  • Formal and concise language
  • Passive voice when appropriate

Sample Report Headings:

  • “Report on the Inter-School Debate”
  • “Report on the Effects of Poor Sanitation in Our Community”

Guided Practice:

  • Together, write a short report on a recent school event using the structure above.

 

C – Consolidation (Application and Reflection):

Class Activity:

  • Students interview a partner about a recent class activity or trip.
  • Then write a report based on the interview in 4 clear paragraphs.

Assignment:

  • Write a full report (250–300 words) on one of the following:
  1. A workshop attended by students.
  2. A school community service project.
  • Include all elements: title, introduction, body, conclusion.

Teacher’s Reflection:

  • Did students understand the difference between a story and a report?
  • Were they able to apply the correct tone and structure?
  • Who needs more guidance in organizing facts clearly?