The subject of a room may initially appear rather mundane, but for many of us ‘our room’ is the place where we can enjoy some solace and privacy, and is a very important part of our lives.
This writing activity begins with an example of how one might present one’s room, then it provides a template for the students to follow a process writing technique of brainstorming, rough draft and final draft. Between the rough and final drafts are some hints for improving the text.
The final draft is then subject to a final check.
After the students have completed their writing I find it useful to have them read each other’s texts, not so much to point out the mistakes, but more for enjoyment (if possible I like to do this immediately after the writing, while the students are still ‘warm’). This can be done in reading circles, or by displaying the texts on the classroom wall. Should any students have questions about a text they can, of course, directly ask the writer.
For pre-intermediate – intermediate students, taking 60-90 minutes.
My Room, writing activity click here for free downloadable pdf sheets, including answer key.
Please find a snapshot of this activity below.
