This is a simple way to show the students what are the features required for a diary entry,. Can be used for Ks3 as the language used is very simple.

1. LESSON OBJECTIVE:-
TO PLAN WRITING A
DIARY ENTRY

2. What are the features of a Diary entry?
Informal tone
First person - Use pronouns such as I,
We, Us, We´re, I´m. This will make you
feel part of the story
Emotive language
Chronological order- Start with events
that happened early in the day, and end
with events that took place in the evening.
Opinion/Point of view

3. FOCUS POINTS:-
Understand that eventually the diary
will become your best friend, silent
confessor, or witness.
Put the date or some sequence
information in the diary, maybe at the
top of the page.
Start writing the diary only if you
really have interest in it.

4. What should i write ??
 Give detailed information about
places, objects, people and events.
 Avoid describing what is not needed!
 Talk about events that involved you,
or your family, or close friends.
 Avoid talking about strangers, and
events you were not involved in.

5. 
Don´t be afraid to write about
your feelings and emotions.
Áfter all, it´s a personal diary
and you share everything with
it!
The last point !!