Writing a three-sentence personal profile in Handwriting for Primary 1

Class: Primary 1
Term: Third Term
Week: 6
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: English Studies
Curriculum Theme: Writing
Focal competence: Writing legibly
Key competencies/values: Communication; ICT and Digital Competencies; Collaboration
Skills:

• Writing legibly

Previous Lesson: Using Simple Verbs to Describe Routines and Interests
Topic: Handwriting
Subject Matter: Writing a three-sentence personal profile

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils/students should be able to:

Cognitive Domain

• Identify the key information in a personal profile (name, age, class, interest).

Psychomotor Domain

• Write a three-sentence personal profile legibly.
• Apply correct spacing between words in their writing.
• Use a full stop correctly at the end of sentences.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of neat and clear handwriting.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Macmillan Primary English for Primary 1
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Approved publisherneutral text
• Letter, word and picture cards
• Exercise books and pencils
• Real objects or charts showing examples of good handwriting
• Whiteboard/Blackboard and markers/chalk

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it helps pupils develop fundamental handwriting skills, which are essential for all future academic work. Learning to write a personal profile also introduces them to self-expression and basic information sharing. Good handwriting promotes clear communication and builds confidence in written tasks.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have learned to form individual letters of the alphabet and write simple words. They can also identify basic personal information like their name and age.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Handwriting: Writing a Three-Sentence Personal Profile

What is a Personal Profile?

A personal profile is a short write-up that tells others about you. It includes important information like your name, age, and class. It can also include something you like to do.

Writing Your Personal Profile

Your personal profile should be three simple sentences. Here is an example:

1. My name is Ada.
2. I am six years old.
3. I am in Primary 1.

You can also write about something you like, for example:

1. My name is Emeka.
2. I like to play football.
3. I am in Primary 1.

Good Handwriting Rules

When you write your personal profile, remember these rules for good handwriting:

1. Legibility: Make sure your letters are clear and easy to read.
2. Consistent Letter Size: Keep your letters about the same size.
3. Neat Presentation: Write neatly on the lines.
4. Spacing: Leave a small space between each word so they do not touch.
5. Punctuation: Use a full stop (.) at the end of each sentence.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Demonstration, Guided Practice, Question and Answer, Explanation, Individual Practice

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging/Recalling

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to state their names and ages. The teacher then tells them that today they will learn to write about themselves in a special way called a personal profile.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher and state their names and ages when asked.

Learning Point: Introduction to personal profile

Step 2: Explanation of Personal Profile

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what a personal profile is, using simple language. The teacher then writes a three-sentence example of a personal profile on the board, e.g., “My name is Miss Joy. I am a teacher. I like to read books.”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and observe the example on the board.

Learning Point: Understanding personal profile

Step 3: Identifying Information in a Profile

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Identification

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher points to the example on the board and asks pupils to identify the name, what the person does, and what they like. The teacher guides them to see the three sentences.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify the name, occupation, and interest from the example profile.

Learning Point: Profile information identification

Step 4: Emphasising Good Handwriting Rules

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Instruction/Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher highlights the importance of legibility, consistent letter size, correct spacing between words, and using a full stop. The teacher demonstrates these points by writing a sentence clearly and then showing common errors (e.g., letters too big/small, words touching).

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration and listen to the instructions on good handwriting.

Learning Point: Good handwriting rules

Step 5: Guided Practice – Writing Name and Age

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils to open their exercise books and, with guidance, write their name and age in two separate sentences, paying attention to legibility and spacing. The teacher moves around to check their work.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils practice writing their name and age in their exercise books.

Learning Point: Practicing name and age

Step 6: Independent Practice – Writing Full Profile

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Independent Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher instructs pupils to complete their three-sentence personal profile by adding their class or an interest. The teacher reminds them to apply all the good handwriting rules.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils write their complete three-sentence personal profile independently.

Learning Point: Writing personal profile

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. What information should be in your personal profile?
2. Why is it important to write legibly?
3. What should you remember about spacing when you write?
4. What punctuation mark do we use at the end of a sentence?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Personal profile writing assessment

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes on writing a personal profile and good handwriting rules into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Copying lesson notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Summarizing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher congratulates the pupils on their effort and reminds them to always write neatly and clearly. The teacher encourages them to practice writing about themselves.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and acknowledge the teacher’s remarks.

Learning Point: Reinforcement of neat writing

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Write your own three-sentence personal profile in your homework book. Remember to write neatly, leave spaces between words, and use full stops.

1. My name is _______________.
2. I am _______________ years old.
3. I like to _______________.

Lesson Keywords

• Profile – a short description of someone.
• Legible – clear enough to read.
• Spacing – the amount of space between words or letters.
• Punctuation – marks like full stops that help us read and understand sentences.
• Neat – tidy and orderly.

Differentiation

For weaker learners, provide pre-written sentence starters on cards for their personal profile (e.g., “My name is…”, “I am…”). Offer one-on-one guidance on letter formation and spacing. For faster learners, encourage them to write an additional sentence about their favourite colour or food, ensuring they maintain legibility and correct punctuation.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further understanding, search on YouTube for: Primary 1 handwriting personal profile Nigeria

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, prepare a clear example of a three-sentence personal profile written legibly on a chart or the board. Also, have examples of common handwriting errors (e.g., poor letter formation, words running together) ready to demonstrate. Follow the instructional procedures step-by-step, ensuring you provide ample time for guided and independent practice. Pay close attention to individual pupils’ handwriting, offering immediate feedback on letter formation, spacing, and use of full stops. During Step 8, ensure pupils copy the Board Summary accurately and neatly. Encourage all pupils to strive for neatness, reminding them that clear writing helps others understand their message.