English HL Grade 10
TERM 1 Week 1+ 2
TOPIC: Getting started
AIMS OF LESSON
To engage with different texts and apply features of texts
RESOURCES
Paper based resources
Digital resources
Shuters Poetry Anthology Grade 10
Language text book
https://literarydevices.net
https://www.poemhunter.com/mbuyiseni-oswald-
mtshali/biography/
http://bit.ly/write_21
INTRODUCTION •
Engage with an unseen poem.
• You are going to engage with process writing.
• Sharpen your language skills.
CONCEPTS AND SKILLS
• You have to revise the essay writing.
• Remember to write responses in full sentences.
, CAN YOU?
Write suitable introductory paragraphs?
ACTIVITIES/ASSESSMENT
You will find similar activities in your textbook. Use them to revise for the
test later this term.
CONSOLIDATION • Remember, it is very important to substantiate your
opinions. Always base your response on the text that you are studying or
the core of the topic you are discussing.
• Read often and read a variety of texts. This will not only improve your
vocabulary but also your general knowledge. This way you will always
have something to talk about.
VALUES
Communication based on respect can erase misunderstandings
and unpleasantness. The way we address sticky issues,
determines the outcome.
Reading and viewing
The unseen poem is compulsory in a test or exam. Read the guidelines
carefully before you attempt to engage with the poem that we are going
to look at in this lesson.
How to approach an unseen poem
• Read the title of the poem for clues as to the poem’s subject matter and
reflect back on the title after reading the poem.
• Read the poem at least twice to ensure you understand ideas
thoroughly.
• Take note of what is happening in each stanza.
• Take note of words and phrases that are repeated throughout the
poem. This may give you the central theme or message of the poem.
• Think about the tone and mood of the poem. Do the
TERM 1 Week 1+ 2
TOPIC: Getting started
AIMS OF LESSON
To engage with different texts and apply features of texts
RESOURCES
Paper based resources
Digital resources
Shuters Poetry Anthology Grade 10
Language text book
https://literarydevices.net
https://www.poemhunter.com/mbuyiseni-oswald-
mtshali/biography/
http://bit.ly/write_21
INTRODUCTION •
Engage with an unseen poem.
• You are going to engage with process writing.
• Sharpen your language skills.
CONCEPTS AND SKILLS
• You have to revise the essay writing.
• Remember to write responses in full sentences.
, CAN YOU?
Write suitable introductory paragraphs?
ACTIVITIES/ASSESSMENT
You will find similar activities in your textbook. Use them to revise for the
test later this term.
CONSOLIDATION • Remember, it is very important to substantiate your
opinions. Always base your response on the text that you are studying or
the core of the topic you are discussing.
• Read often and read a variety of texts. This will not only improve your
vocabulary but also your general knowledge. This way you will always
have something to talk about.
VALUES
Communication based on respect can erase misunderstandings
and unpleasantness. The way we address sticky issues,
determines the outcome.
Reading and viewing
The unseen poem is compulsory in a test or exam. Read the guidelines
carefully before you attempt to engage with the poem that we are going
to look at in this lesson.
How to approach an unseen poem
• Read the title of the poem for clues as to the poem’s subject matter and
reflect back on the title after reading the poem.
• Read the poem at least twice to ensure you understand ideas
thoroughly.
• Take note of what is happening in each stanza.
• Take note of words and phrases that are repeated throughout the
poem. This may give you the central theme or message of the poem.
• Think about the tone and mood of the poem. Do the
