12GEN_11ADV_Week01_Lesson04
CYCLE 3
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
12 GEN & 11 ADV
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CYCLE 3
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
12 GEN & 11 ADV
Cycle 3 English Language
Lesson 4
Skill: Writing and Representing
Topic: The Measure of Happiness
Lesson Goal
Students write about the main points and information in charts depicting the happiness of a country.
Student Learning Outcomes
Interpret and describe reliably the overall trends, main points and detailed information in complex visuals, diagrams and charts in writing.
Use a wide range of cohesive devices, and referencing or substitution to connect ideas in written or multimodal texts, ensuring coherence throughout.
Useful Links:
This lesson is adapted from Reading and Writing p49.
Key Vocabulary
well-being, component, life expectancy, concept, trend, solidarity, safety net, proposal, finding, essence
TEACHER OVERVIEW
FL.15 Describing charts, tables and diagrams
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Writing and Representing Rubric
Choose one word from the key words and use it in a meaningful sentence
Lesson 4: Writing and Representing
Topic: The Measure of Happiness
Lesson Goal
Write about the main points and information in charts about happiness.
Key Vocabulary
well-being, component, life expectancy, concept, trend, solidarity, safety net, proposal, finding, essence
In this lesson, I will learn how to…
write clearly about the main points, patterns and features I notice in detailed visuals, diagrams and charts, giving details when needed.
use lots of different words to join my ideas, and use words like "it," "they" or "this" to make my writing clear and connected.
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What was the article about?
How can happiness be measured?
Did anything surprise you in the article?
Think about the article, The Measure of Happiness, that we read last lesson.
Discuss and answer the questions.
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Read the questions and discuss in groups
On the pie chart, write the components of happiness (“seven types of wellness”) presented in The Measure of Happiness.
Discuss a country that you know well. How do you think it ranks in each of the areas on the pie chart (high/ medium/ low)?
What components would you include in a measure of wellbeing or happiness? Are there components that seem to be missing from the pie chart?
Discuss and decide on all the components that you would like to include and create your own pie chart.
Reading and Writing Page 49: Activity 9
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Research a country you know well. How happy is it?
Using the pie chart you created or the seven types of wellness in The Measure of Happiness, analyze the country’s level of happiness and rate it.
Create a chart based on your rating.
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Happiness is a feeling of joy and contentment. It comes from doing things we love and spending time with people we care about. Simple pleasures, like a sunny day or a good meal, can make us happy. It’s also about having a positive outlook on life and being grateful for what we have. Helping others and being kind can boost our happiness too. Sometimes, it’s about finding peace in the small moments. Everyone has different things that make them happy, but the feeling is the same for all of us. Happiness is a key part of a good life.
What is the main idea from the previous paragraph?
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What do you think is the most important factor for happiness? Why?
Discuss in groups, giving reasons for your opinion.
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Write your answers here
Happiness is a sense of well-being and joy. It can be found in simple things, like spending time with friends, enjoying a hobby, or listening to music. When we achieve our goals, it brings happiness too. Being with family and sharing good moments can make us feel happy. It’s also about having a positive mindset and appreciating what we have. Helping others and being kind often make us feel happier. Small acts of kindness and gratitude can increase our happiness. Everyone has their own sources of happiness, but it’s an important part of a fulfilling life.
what is the main idea?
Since 2002, the World Happiness Report has used statistical analysis to determine the world’s happiest countries. In its 2024 update, the report concluded that Finland is the happiest country in the world. To determine the world’s happiest country, researchers analyzed comprehensive Gallup polling data from 143 countries for the past three years, specifically monitoring performance in six particular categories: gross domestic product per capita, social support, healthy life expectancy, freedom to make your own life choices, generosity of the general population, and perceptions of internal and external corruption levels. The citizens of seventh-place Norway (7.302) feel they are being well cared for by their government thanks to universal healthcare and free college tuition. Norwegians also enjoy a healthy work-life balance, working an average of 27 hours per week vs. 36 hours per week in the United States. Additionally, Norway has a low crime rate and a strong sense of community among its citizens—a quality it shares with many in the top seven.
What is the main idea?
Today we will practice writing about the main points and information in charts about happiness. We’ll also analyze how well we can join our ideas together when we write.
What do you need to do when writing and representing?
Describe the main points and information in a chart
Organise your writing into paragraphs.
Join ideas together with different words and phrases.
Don't use the same words or phrases too many times.
Get ready to write and represent!
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Look at the chart you created about a country’s happiness.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main points, making comparisons where relevant.
Try to:
Write 150 words.
Report the main points and make comparisons where possible. Do not just describe all the data.
Join ideas together.
Use different words and phrases.
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Give your writing to your partner
Review and comment on your partner’s writing then give it back to your partner
Correct and develop your writing to create a final draft.
Develop your writing
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Lesson outcome check!
I can write clearly about the main points, patterns and features I notice in detailed visuals, diagrams and charts, giving details when needed.
I can use lots of different words to join my ideas, and use words like "it," "they" or "this" to make my writing clear and connected.
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