A Place I Would Like to Visit – Primary 5 First Term English Composition Lesson Note (Week 2)
SUBJECT: English Language
CLASS: Primary 5
TERM: First Term
WEEK: 2
TOPIC: Composition Writing
SUB-TOPIC: A Place I Would Like to Visit
DURATION: 40 Minutes
AGE: 9–10 years
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify some places they would like to visit.
- Explain reasons why they would like to visit those places.
- Write a short composition about “A Place I Would Like to Visit” using correct paragraphing and punctuation.
Instructional Materials
- Flashcards or pictures of famous places (e.g., Zuma Rock, Olumo Rock, Yankari Game Reserve, Disneyland, London, Dubai).
- Whiteboard and markers.
- Sample composition chart.
Keywords
Visit, Travel, Place, Explore, Memorable, Vacation, Experience.
Set Induction (Teacher’s Entry Activity)
The teacher begins by showing pictures of popular places like Abuja National Mosque, Olumo Rock, and Dubai City.
Teacher: “If you could go anywhere in the world today, where would you love to go?”
Pupil: “I want to go to Abuja!”
Teacher: “Why Abuja?”
Pupil: “Because I heard it is beautiful and clean!”
The teacher smiles and explains that today’s composition will help them describe a place they would like to visit.
Teacher’s Activities
Activity 1:
Elicit sentences from pupils about some places they would like to visit (e.g., Lagos, London, Dubai, the zoo, or the beach).
Write the sentences on the board.
Activity 2:
Write and explain the guidelines for writing the composition:
- Paragraph 1: Mention some places you would like to visit. Focus on one main place.
- Paragraph 2: State why you would like to visit that place.
- Paragraph 3: Describe what you have heard about that place.
- Paragraph 4: Write about a memorable place you have visited before.
Activity 3:
Read and explain the example composition below.
Sample Composition: A Place I Would Like to Visit
There are many places I would like to visit, such as Abuja, Dubai, and Yankari Game Reserve, but the place I would love to visit the most is Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
I would like to visit Dubai because it is a very beautiful city. I have seen pictures of tall buildings like the Burj Khalifa, and lovely shopping malls. I also want to see the desert and ride on a camel. I have heard that Dubai is clean, safe, and full of exciting things to do.
I heard that Dubai has many wonderful places like the Dubai Mall, Palm Island, and Dubai Fountain. People say the city shines at night with bright lights everywhere. I also heard that the people there are kind and respectful.
A memorable place I have visited before is Olumo Rock in Abeokuta. It was fun climbing the rock and hearing stories about its history. I believe visiting Dubai will be even more exciting because I will see a new country and learn new things.
Evaluation Questions
- Mention two places you would like to visit.
- Why would you like to visit that place?
- What have you heard about Dubai?
- Mention one memorable place you have visited before.
- What kind of writing did we learn today?
Assignment
Write your own short composition titled “A Place I Would Like to Visit.” Use four paragraphs as shown in class.
️ A Place I Would Like to Visit
Primary 5 English Language – First Term, Week 2 Lesson Note
Theme: Creative Writing
Duration: 40 minutes
Age: 9–10 years
Lesson Overview
Writing about “A Place I Would Like to Visit” helps pupils express their dreams, interests, and descriptive skills. It allows them to practice composition writing while imagining themselves in a new or exciting environment.
Definition
A composition is a piece of writing that gives detailed information about a topic.
When we write on “A Place I Would Like to Visit,” we describe a place we dream of going to, explain why we want to go there, what we have heard about it, and connect it to our past experiences.
In short, this topic helps pupils learn descriptive writing — using words to paint pictures in the reader’s mind.
Examples of Places Pupils Might Like to Visit
Here are examples to broaden understanding:
- Abuja – The capital city of Nigeria, known for its beauty, orderliness, and landmarks like Aso Rock and the National Mosque.
- Yankari Game Reserve (Bauchi State) – A wildlife park where animals like elephants and lions can be seen.
- Olumo Rock (Abeokuta) – A historic tourist site with caves and a great view from the top.
- Lagos Beach (Elegushi or Tarkwa Bay) – A fun place with sand, waves, and ocean breeze.
- Dubai (United Arab Emirates) – A modern city with tall buildings, clean roads, and shopping malls.
Each example allows pupils to practice using descriptive words, reasons, and emotions in their composition.
Detailed Breakdown of the Four Paragraphs
| Paragraph | Focus | Sample Guide |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | State the topic and mention some places you’d like to visit. | “There are many places I would love to visit, such as Abuja, London, and Dubai. But the one I would like to visit the most is Dubai.” |
| 2 | Explain why you want to visit the place. | “I want to visit Dubai because it is beautiful, clean, and full of amazing buildings.” |
| 3 | Write what you have heard or learned about the place. | “I heard that Dubai has the tallest building in the world and that people from many countries go there for vacation.” |
| 4 | Connect to a memorable place you have visited before. | “The most memorable place I have visited is Olumo Rock. I believe Dubai will be even more exciting.” |
Five (5) Real-Life Example Sentences
- I would like to visit Abuja because I have seen pictures of the beautiful National Stadium.
- Dubai is one of the cleanest cities in the world.
- Olumo Rock in Abeokuta is a place where I climbed and saw the whole city from the top.
- I heard that the beach in Lagos is very peaceful in the evening.
- The zoo in Ibadan is another place I would love to visit because I want to see real lions.
Sample Composition
Title: A Place I Would Like to Visit
There are many places I would like to visit such as Abuja, Yankari Game Reserve, and Dubai, but the one I would love to visit most is Dubai.
I want to visit Dubai because it is a very beautiful city. I have seen pictures of tall buildings, clean roads, and beautiful beaches. I also want to see the desert and ride a camel.
I heard that Dubai has many wonderful places like the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Palm Island. People say it shines brightly at night and that visitors from all over the world come there to shop and relax.
A memorable place I have been to before is Olumo Rock in Abeokuta. I enjoyed climbing the rock with my family and learning about its history. I believe visiting Dubai will be an unforgettable experience for me.
Worksheet on “A Place I Would Like to Visit”
Section A – Objective Questions
Choose the correct answer from the options given.
- A composition is a piece of _______.
a) drawing
b) writing
c) music
d) dance - The topic “A Place I Would Like to Visit” helps pupils to learn _______.
a) descriptive writing
b) argument writing
c) report writing
d) story writing - Which of the following is a place someone can visit in Nigeria?
a) Eiffel Tower
b) Burj Khalifa
c) Olumo Rock
d) Statue of Liberty - The tallest building in Dubai is called _______.
a) Zuma Rock
b) Burj Khalifa
c) Aso Rock
d) Palm Island - A memorable place is a place that is _______.
a) funny
b) easy to forget
c) worth remembering
d) very noisy
Section B – Theory Questions
- Define the term “composition.”
- Mention three places you would like to visit.
- Why would you like to visit one of those places?
- Write one thing you have heard about Dubai.
- Describe one memorable place you have visited.
Section C – Fill in the Blanks
- A _______ is a piece of writing about a topic.
- The topic “A Place I Would Like to Visit” teaches pupils how to write a _______ composition.
- One famous tourist site in Nigeria is _______.
- I would like to visit _______ because it is beautiful.
- I have heard that _______ has many tall buildings.
