Recipe Writing: Mastering Procedure Texts in English

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Recipe Writing: Mastering Procedure Texts in English

Learning objective

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will understand procedure texts' structure, purpose, and language features, and create your own recipe.

What do you already know about writing recipes?

What is a Procedure Text?

Procedure texts guide how to do or make something. They have a clear structure: title, goal, materials, and steps.

Purpose of Procedure Texts

The purpose is to instruct or guide the reader to achieve a goal through a series of steps.

Language Features

Use action verbs, present tense, and clear, logical steps. Include imperative sentences.

Example: How to Make a Sandwich

Title: How to Make a Sandwich. Goal: Make a tasty sandwich. Materials: Bread, butter, filling. Steps: 1) Spread butter, 2) Add filling, 3) Close bread.

Warm-Up Activity

Watch a short video showing a simple recipe. Focus on the steps and ingredients used.

Interactive Activity 1

Match the steps to the pictures of making fried rice.

Interactive Activity 2

Order the steps to make a fruit salad.

Interactive Activity 3

Fill in the missing verbs in the recipe for pancakes.

Review Quiz

1) What is the purpose of a procedure text? 2) Name one language feature. 3) List two steps in making a sandwich.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.