How to write a Paragraph about you best friend
📚 Unit Four - Page 54
My Best Friend
1) Reading Passage
اقرأ كيف يصف ماجد صديقه أحمد 👇
My Best Friend
by: Majid
My best friend's name is Ahmed. He's 13 years old and he's short and slim. Ahmed has got curly brown hair and brown eyes.
Ahmed is shy but when we hang out together, we always have a lot of fun.
Ahmed is also very clever and helpful, so I like studying with him.
We both like sports, and we're in the same football team. Ahmed is a great player! We spend all our free time playing football. We want to play for our local team one day.
Vocabulary Cards
انقر أو مرر على البطاقة لرؤية المعنى بالعربية 👆
Learning Note
ما هي المرادفات (Synonyms)؟
المرادفات هي كلمات مختلفة لها نفس المعنى أو معنى قريب جداً. مثال:
نحيف
ذكي
متعة / مرح
رائع
فريق
Exercise 2: Synonyms
Use the synonyms below instead of the bold words in the passage above.
استبدل الكلمات الغامقة بمرادفاتها من الكلمات أدناه 👇
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Exercise 3: Writing
Describe your best friend in a short paragraph:
اكتب فقرة قصيرة تصف فيها صديقك المفضل. استخدم النص أعلاه كمثال 📝
💡 Writing Tips / نصائح للكتابة
• ابدأ باسم صديقك وعمره: My best friend's name is...
• صف شكله: He/She is tall/short, slim/thin...
• صف شعره وعيونه: He/She has got... hair and... eyes
• صف شخصيته: He/She is kind, clever, helpful, funny...
• ماذا تحبون أن تفعلوا معاً: We like to...
Useful Words:
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Great Job!
أحسنت! استمر في التعلم والممارسة
Keep practicing and you'll become great at English!
Writing Skills – General Notes for ESL Teachers and Students
Writing is one of the most important language skills in ESL learning. It helps students express ideas, organize thoughts, and use correct grammar and vocabulary. Teachers should guide students step by step and encourage regular practice.
1. Planning Before Writing
Good writing starts with planning. Students should think about the topic and organize ideas before writing.
- Understand the topic clearly
- Think of main ideas
- Write key words or short notes
2. Paragraph Structure
A good paragraph usually has three main parts:
- Topic sentence: Introduces the main idea
- Supporting sentences: Give details and examples
- Concluding sentence: Ends the paragraph clearly
Teachers should model this structure regularly.
---3. Using Simple and Clear Sentences
Students should start with short and clear sentences. Correct simple sentences are better than long confusing ones.
- Use subject + verb + object
- Avoid very long sentences
- Do not translate directly from Arabic
4. Vocabulary Choice
Students should use vocabulary they already know. It is better to use simple words correctly than difficult words incorrectly.
- Use familiar words
- Avoid repetition when possible
- Learn new words gradually
5. Grammar Accuracy
Grammar is important for clear meaning. Teachers should remind students to check:
- Verb tense
- Subject–verb agreement
- Articles (a / an / the)
- Capital letters and punctuation
6. Spelling and Punctuation
Correct spelling and punctuation make writing easier to read.
- Use capital letters at the beginning of sentences
- Use full stops at the end of sentences
- Check spelling carefully
7. Revising and Editing
Good writers always check their work. Students should:
- Read their writing again
- Correct mistakes
- Improve unclear sentences
8. Common Writing Mistakes ESL Students Make
- Writing without planning
- Very short or incomplete sentences
- Grammar mistakes
- Incorrect word order
9. Advice for Teachers
- Give clear writing models
- Correct mistakes gently
- Encourage students
- Focus on meaning first, then accuracy
10. Advice for Students
- Practice writing regularly
- Read simple English texts
- Do not be afraid of mistakes
- Learn from teacher feedback
Conclusion
Writing is a skill that improves with practice. With clear guidance, good examples, and regular feedback, ESL students can develop strong and confident writing skills.