Level 1 • Lesson 12 — Things I like to do

Objective

I can write short sentences about things I like to do, using I like to… and keeping my words clear and on topic.

Materials

Short, sharpened pencil
Eraser
Ruled paper (primary lines preferred)
Tracing Pad (below)
Small list or pictures of favorite activities

Mini-lesson — Writing about things I like to do

Good writers can tell about their own life. One simple way to start is with the words I like to….

Talking about your interests

Think about fun things you do at home, school, or outside.
These can be quiet things (like reading) or active things (like running).
Each idea can become a short sentence.

Using the starter "I like to…"

Begin your sentence with a capital I.
Add a doing word (verb), like run, draw, swim, read, or play.
Finish the sentence with a period at the end.

One idea per sentence

Each sentence should tell about one thing you like to do.
Write a new sentence for each new idea.
This keeps your writing clear and easy to understand.

Try saying: "I like to…" and finish it with a fun activity, then write your sentence on the line.

Picture strip: "Things I like to do"

Guided Practice — Activity sentence warm-up

Use this routine to practice sentences about things you like to do.

Think of activities: Say out loud some things you like, such as run, draw, read, or play.
Start with I: Say a sentence like I like to run. or I like to read.
Trace on the pad: On the Tracing Pad, choose a word or short pattern, such as I like or to read. Trace the words neatly on the line.
Keep one idea: Make sure each pattern you trace matches one thing you like to do.
Move to paper: On your paper, write two or three sentences about things you like to do, using I like to… at the start.
Check your work: Read your sentences. Look for a capital I, clear spaces, and a period at the end.

You can use these I like to… sentences in longer stories about your life later.

Tracing Pad

Lines Trace

Pen

Drag & Drop — Build and write activity sentences

First, build each sentence on the screen. Then copy it neatly on your ruled paper.

On the device: Drag the words into the correct order. Release inside a slot to drop. Chips stay in their own question.

On paper: Write each finished sentence with clear letters and small spaces.

Ilike todraw picturesat home.

Ilike toride mybike outside.

Onrainy daysI liketo read.

Ilike toplay soccerwith friends.

Atthe parkI liketo run.

Quick Check — Things I like to do

Answer each question about I like to… sentences and writing about things you enjoy. This is a gentle 10-question check.

What does a good "I like to…" sentence do?

Tells lots of different ideas at once Tells one thing you like to do Tells about someone you do not know

How should you write I in "I like to run."?

With a capital I With a tiny i With no letter at all

In the sentence "I like to swim." which word is the doing word?

I like swim

How do you know your sentence about you is finished?

You draw a big picture You put a period at the end You leave a big space in the middle

Which group shows things you might write about?

Read, run, draw, play Table, chair, wall, door Red, blue, green, yellow

Which is best to write in your sentence?

I like to push people. I like to break my toys. I like to read with my family.

You start with "I like to draw." What should you write next?

I eat my dinner. I like to draw big houses. The sun is hot.

What should you do before you write your sentences?

Think about things you like to do Close your eyes and guess Only copy someone else's ideas

How can you check if your "I like to…" sentence makes sense?

Rub it out very fast Draw a line through the words Read it aloud and listen carefully

How many sentences can you try to write about things you like to do?

Only one sentence ever Two or three short sentences None, just think in your head

Assessment (parent/teacher)

Writes two or more sentences about things they like to do Uses the starter I like to… in at least one sentence Keeps one clear idea in each sentence Uses capital I, spaces between words, and a period at the end

Exit ticket (student)

😀 I can write clear sentences about things I like to do. 🙂 I can write some sentences but need more practice. 😅 Writing sentences about what I like still feels tricky.

I will practice…

Using "I like to…" to start my sentences Keeping one idea in each sentence Reading my sentences aloud to check they make sense

Lesson 12: Things I like to do