This lesson plan looks at individual experiences during the coronavirus pandemic through reading and writing activities. To purchase the whole collection of COVID-19 resources, including worksheets, activities and lessons, download our COVID-19 resource pack ‘After COVID-19 — Returning to Education after the Coronavirus’.
The following valuable information is provided in this lesson plan:
- How COVID has affected individual lives.
- Keeping a diary to record experiences.
- Famous diarists including Anne Frank.
This lesson plan helps introduce COVID alongside English and examines the way the virus has affected individual freedom.
Benefits
- Ready to use lesson plan to introduce the topic.
- Photocopiable — use year after year again and again.
- Illustrated throughout.
- Simple, clear and concise and easy to follow.
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What’s Inside? 
- What changes have people made in their lives in relation to their work, education and hobbies and how have their personal lives changed?
- What impact has COVID-19 had on family life and personal relationships, particularly during lockdowns?
- The life and times of Anne Frank are examined and her personal diary is explored.
- What is journaling and what are some of the benefits of keeping a journal or diary to record personal thoughts and ideas?
Who is it for?
- Teachers — This pack helps teachers examine COVID through the topic of English reading and writing.
- Parents — Parents can encourage their children to keep a journal to record their personal experiences.
- Young People — Young people are encouraged to express their thoughts and feelings through creative writing.
Product Details
- Age range: 12 years and upwards
- Category: Lesson plan
- First published: 2020
- Last revised: 2021
- Pages: 15
- Duration: 1 hour
- Illustrated throughout
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