Lesson Plan: Blog Writing
What is a Blog?
Definition
of a Blog
A blog (short for
“weblog”) is a type of online writing
platform where individuals or groups regularly publish articles, opinions,
stories, or information on specific topics. Each post is usually displayed in
reverse chronological order (most recent first) and may allow readers to
interact through comments.
🔹 In simple terms, a blog is a personal or
professional web journal that is regularly
updated and often reflects the writer’s thoughts, experiences, or expertise.
Types of Blogs
·
1. Personal Blogs – Life stories, opinions
·
2. Professional Blogs – Career advice, skill-building
·
3. Travel Blogs – Experiences from different places
·
4. Food Blogs – Recipes, restaurant reviews
·
5. Educational Blogs – Tutorials, study notes
·
6. Tech Blogs – Gadgets, software reviews
·
7. Fashion & Lifestyle Blogs – Trends, health, beauty
Structure of a
Blog Post
|
Section |
Description |
|
Title |
Catchy
and relevant |
|
Introduction |
Hook
the reader, set the tone |
|
Body |
Main
content — divided into paragraphs with subheadings |
|
Conclusion |
Summarize
and invite responses |
|
Call
to Action |
Optional
— Ask reader to follow, try something, or give feedback |
Language and
Style
|
Feature |
Notes |
|
Tone |
Conversational,
engaging, sometimes informal |
|
Voice |
First
person (“I”, “we”) often used |
|
Clarity |
Use
short sentences, everyday language |
|
Grammar |
Correct
but relaxed; contractions are okay |
|
Formatting |
Use
of bold, bullet points, images enhances readability |
Sample Writing
Prompts
(My Favourite
Place in the World, A Habit That Changed My Life, Top 3 Tips for New College
Students, Why I Love Reading (or Cooking/Travelling))
Personal
Experience Prompts
1.
My Favourite Memory from School
2.
A Day I Will Never Forget
3.
The Person Who Inspires Me the Most
4.
A Journey That Changed Me
5.
A Place I Feel Most at Peace
6.
The Best Meal I’ve Ever Had
7.
The Hardest Challenge I Overcame
8.
A Childhood Game I Still Remember
Travel
and Places Prompts
1.
A Hidden Gem in My Hometown
2.
Exploring a Historical Landmark
3.
A Dream Destination I Want to Visit
4.
My Experience at a Cultural Festival
5.
Walking Through the Streets of an Old City
6.
What Makes My City Unique
Opinion
& Reflection Prompts
1.
Why Reading Should Be a Daily Habit
2.
How Technology Is Changing Our Lives
3.
What Makes a Good Friend?
4.
My Thoughts on Social Media
5.
How I Handle Stress and Pressure
6.
The Importance of Time Management for Students
Creative
& Imaginative Prompts
1. If I Could Time Travel...
2. A Day in the Life of My Future Self
3.
My Life as an Animal for One Day
4.
If I Could Build a Perfect City
5.
Imagine a World Without Mobile Phones
Academic
& Career Prompts
1.
Why I Want to Pursue My Chosen Career
2.
What I Learned from a Group Project
3.
Skills Every Student Should Have
4.
How Education Can Shape Society
5.
A Teacher Who Made a Difference in My Life
Assessment
Rubric
|
Criteria |
Points |
|
Clarity & Coherence |
5 |
|
Structure (Title, Intro, Body,
Conclusion) |
5 |
|
Language & Grammar |
5 |
|
Creativity & Engagement |
5 |
|
Total |
20 |
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