Integrated Lesson Plan

Name: Paulina Alvarez, Alexis Urquides

Date: May 7, 2020
Grade Level: 2nd grade
Title: Letter to my principal or president
Subject Matter: ELA

Standards:
2.W.1 Write opinion pieces in which they introduce the topic or book they are writing about,
state an opinion, supply reasons that support the opinion, use linking words (e.g., because,
and, also) to connect opinion and reasons, and provide a concluding statement or section.
2.W.4 With guidance and support from adults, produce writing in which the development and
organization are appropriate to task and purpose. (Grade‐specific expectations for writing
types are defined in standards 1–3 above).
2.WF.1 Demonstrate and apply handwriting skills. a. Write legibly in manuscript using correct
letter formation. b. Transcribe ideas in manuscript with automaticity and proper spacing.

Lesson Objective(s):
● Students will review the components of a letter.
● Students will produce a letter for their principal, or the president, to acknowledge
something they believe they are doing great or to let them know about something they
would like to see change.
● Students will write in full sentences and use proper grammar.
● Students will learn how to address an envelope in order to be able to mail their letter.

Language Objective(s):
● Students will use full sentences to write a letter.
● Students will use proper grammar (Capital letters, comas, periods).
● Possible Vocabulary Words: recipient, sender, stamp, Post office

Formal Assessment:
After reviewing the different components of a letter students will write a letter to the president
or the principal. Through their writing we will be able to assess their writing skills and grammar
comprehension. Students will also be filling out an envelope in order to be able to mail their
letter.
An exit ticket will be provided upon completing their letter and envelope. The exit ticket will
consist of a checklist on things they should have incorporated in their letters.

Informal Assessment:
Teachers will be able to identify if students are grasping the concepts of a letter and how to
address an envelope based on vocabulary comprehension and who requires more assistance.
At the end of the lesson a whole group discussions will provide opportunity for informal
assessment of the students learning on the content as well.

Materials Needed:
For teacher:
● Computer and internet (for video)
● Projector
● White board and dry erase markers

Students need:
● A copy of the blank letter format to write their own letter or lined paper.
● Pencil
● Crayons or colors
● Envelope
● Stamps

Lesson Description:
During the week students learned about the roles and responsibilities of a teacher and our
president. They also learned about the components of a letter. As a class we will go over what
we have learned about letters and its components in order to better prepare to write a letter to
the principal or the president. The letters will be to thank them for the work they do or to
communicate about something they believe should be addressed/changed. Teacher(s) will
demonstrate on the projector how to write a letter or show samples from previous day letters
(as allowed per student). Students should be able to identify some of the aspects of a letter
based on the previous lesson. Once we have completed the review students will begin to learn
about the envelope and how this needs to be addressed in order to mail it. Students will watch
a video that shows them how to mail a letter.
After, students will begin to work on their letter. Students have been given the choice to
write their letters to either the president or their principal. Students' letters should include 5-6
sentences. Both teachers will be walking around to ensure students are working and to assist as
they may need. Once students have finished writing their letters they will be given an envelope
and fill it out accordingly in order to be able to mail it (even if the letter is being sent to the
principal). Once students have completed writing out their envelope they will place their letters
inside and seal it. Students will then be given a stamp(s) to place accordingly. The teacher will
then give the student an exit ticket which will consist of a checklist of the things they should
have included in their letter and envelope.

Process and Steps:

1. The lesson will begin by reviewing the components of a letter as a class.
2. We will then tap into their prior knowledge by asking about what they remember that
makes up a letter: Can someone tell me what is one thing that a letter should have? (ei.
Date, heading, signature, etc…)
 3. The teacher will ask who would like to volunteer their letter to be used as an example
for the class in order to review.
4. Once we have at least 2 letters from students the teacher will project the letter and
begin the review.
5. Next students will begin to learn about how to address an envelope in order for their
letters to be mailed.
6. Students will watch the following video on mailing letters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGOE-qxRVZw
7. After the video students will be able to discuss or ask questions that they may still have
regarding how to address the envelope or any other questions they may have.
8. Once finished the lesson on how to mail letters, students will begin writing their letters.
9. Once students have finished writing their letter they will then begin to fill out their
envelopes.
10. After students have completed their letters and filled out their envelope they will be
asked to very the information on the envelope to make sure the letter gets sent out to
the correct address,
11. Students who have completed both their letter and envelope, they will now add the
stamp(s).
12. Letters will be collected and students will receive an exit ticket.

Resources:
Video: How to mail a letter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGOE-qxRVZw
Exit ticket: https://www.google.com/search?
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+childrens+lesson,online_chips:2nd+grade&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS760US760&hl=en&ved=2ahUKE
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Addressing envelope worksheet: https://englishtreasuretrove.com/product/addressing-
envelopes-english-writing-worksheet/
Co-teaching methods to be used:

One teaching, one assisting:

● The lesson will be presented by either teacher while the other one observes and ensures
students are engaged and understanding the lesson. During individual assignments both
teachers can walk around and help students work on their letters as needed.
● Both teachers will be incharge of checking that students have completed their letter
prior to providing them with their envelope.
● Both teachers will assist as needed.