Sending letters to communicate

to a person or to be published for

public action and Writing process
English 7, Quarter 4
Lesson 4, Week 7
 EN7TRAN-IV-5 Identify one’s purpose and
Learning meaning in writing letters.
EN7TRAN-IV-6 Compose a letter of request.
Competencies
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● Identify one’s role and purpose, situation,
and target readers in writing a letter of
request in proposing a solution to an
environmental concern.
● Use any of the following pre-writing
strategies (brainstorming, diagramming,
freewriting, outlining, etc.) in gathering and
organizing ideas.

2. Drafting
● Write a letter of request using the gathered
information from the pre-writing activity.
Day 1
Short Review

Recall our past lesson

about writing a
request letter by
identifying
its parts.
Short Review
Pick the emoji that best
describes your
feeling about the previous
lesson (Evaluating Letter
of Request).
Lesson
Purpose
 In your previous lessons, you were tasked to write a problem-
solution expository essay and to evaluate a letter of request. In
this lesson, you will learn how to write and publish a letter of
request proposing a solution to an environmental concern using
the knowledge that you gained from the previous lessons.
 The ability to articulate a problem clearly, propose viable
solutions, and effectively communicate these ideas is
important in enacting change. Whether it's advocating for
cleaner air, preserving biodiversity, or mitigating climate
change, the power of the written word can catalyze action and
influence decision-makers.
 Questions:
1. Have you heard of the name Greta
Thunberg? What is she famous for?
 Questions:
2. What problem is highlighted in the
video?
 Questions:
3. What solution is proposed?
 Questions:
4. Do you believe that children, like
yourself, can also make a difference
similar to
Greta Thunberg? How?
 Questions:
5. If you were to compose a letter of request based
on the content of the video viewed, what particular
considerations should you take to write the letter
effectively and appropriately?
In today's world, where natural disasters are haunting us, the
need for proactive engagement is more critical than ever. By
mastering the skill of writing and publishing letters of request
proposing solutions to environmental concerns, you're not just
honing your writing skills, but you are also becoming agents of
change.
Unlocking Content
Vocabulary
Unlocking Content
Vocabulary
Guess the word/phrase
based on the following
images.
Let’s
check
!
 Answer Key:
1. author’s purpose
2. situation
3. request letter
4. intended reader
5. author’s role
Day 2
Purpose and Meaning
in Writing a Letter
 Let’s go back to the
question:
If you were to compose a letter of request based on
the content of the video viewed, what particular
considerations should you take to write the letter
effectively and appropriately?
 Pre-writing
Pre-writing is the stage when writers choose a
topic, generate ideas, gather information, and
create an outline through the use of charts and
diagrams. Pre-
writing strategies such as brainstorming,
diagramming, freewriting, outlining, etc. may be
used in gathering and organizing ideas. Stating the
purpose for writing and the target readers may be
done at this stage.
 What is Author’s Purpose and
Making Meaning in Writing?
The author's purpose refers to the primary reason or intent
behind a piece of writing. Authors write for different
purposes, and these purposes can often be grouped into four
main categories: to inform, to persuade, to entertain, and to
express thoughts or feelings. Understanding the author's
purpose is crucial for readers as it helps them interpret and
analyze the text more effectively.

Here are the three base categories of the author’s purpose:

 [Link] Inform
The primary goal is to provide
the reader with factual
information.
 2. To Persuade
The author's objective is to
convince the reader to adopt a
particular viewpoint or take a
specific action.
 3. To Entertain
The primary purpose is to engage and
amuse the reader.
Authors use creative and imaginative
elements to tell a story, create
characters, or present an enjoyable
experience.
 On the other hand, “to make
meaning” is when you understand the
intention behind the words. You
create meaning as you read by
identifying and thinking about the
author’s ideas so that they make
sense to you. You facilitate meaning
as you write by clearly presenting
your ideas to your readers.
To Whom It May Concern
Read the letter below
and identify the
author’s role, purpose,
situation and target
readers
using the table.
Let’s
check
!
 Answer Key:
[Link] is the letter sender? What is his role?
●The letter sender is [Link] Ramirez. He is
the class adviser of Juanito.

[Link] is his purpose for writing the letter?

●Mr. Ramirez’s purpose in writing the letter
is to share insights into Juanito's
performance, behavior, and engagement in
class.
 Answer Key:
[Link] is the situation?
●Juanito has exhibited commendable effort
and dedication in his studies. However,
there is a slight decline in his recent tests
scores.

[Link] is the target reader?

●The target reader is Mrs. Mila Santos, the
mother of Juanito.
 Answer Key:

5. What specific information or action

does the letter sender request?
●The letter sender requests Mrs.
Santos to meet and discuss Juanito’s
progress.
 Clock is Ticking...
Read the top environmental concerns in the Philippines.
After reading, each group discusses among their members
their observed environmental concern in their specific
locality. Then, they must be able to identify the most
common pressing environmental issue found in their
respective barangay or community.
The learners also brainstorm on the possible causes and
effects as well as the potential solutions to the identified
concern using the worksheet provided.
Day 3
 Writing a Letter of Request
Using the Gathered
Information
from the Pre-Writing Activity
This time, the focus is on
drafting a letter of
request using the
gathered information
from the pre-writing
activity.
 Why is Making a Draft
Important?
Drafting is the second phase of the writing
process. Drafting a letter is important
for several reasons, particularly when
addressing complex issues such as proposing
solutions to environmental concerns. Here are
some key reasons why drafting is an essential
part of the writing process:
1. Drafting allows you to organize your thoughts and ideas
in a clear and coherent manner.

2. During the drafting process, you can refine and expand

upon your initial ideas. This allows you to develop a more
comprehensive proposal, ensuring that your solutions are
well-thought-out and doable.

3. Drafting enables you to structure your letter in a logical

and organized way. This ensures that your message flows
smoothly from the introduction to the conclusion, making
it easier for the reader to follow your argument.
 What are the Steps in Making a
Draft?
1. Begin by introducing yourself and your role.

2. Clearly state the purpose of the letter and

describe the environmental concern, its
causes and effects to the community.

3. Provide detailed information about the issue,

supporting your claims with facts and statistics.
 What are the Steps in Making a
Draft?
4. Propose a specific solution or set of
solutions. Explain why these solutions
are effective.

5. Reiterate the importance of

addressing the environmental concern.
My Drafting Attempt
Write a draft of a request
letter based on your
gathered information in
the pre-writing activity.
Then, share your outputs
with your groupmates.
Day 4
Learners’
Takeaway
s
 Learners’ Takeaways
3 Things I learned...
1.________________________________________________________2.____________
____________________________________________
3.________________________________________________________
2 Things I liked...
1.________________________________________________________
2.________________________________________________________
1 Thing I did not like...
1.________________________________________________________
Reflectio
n on
Learning
Reflection on Learning
Reflection on Learning
Day 5
Formative Assessment
Tell whether the
following statement is
true or false. Write T if
the answer is
true and F if it is false.
1. The author's purpose refers to the primary
reason or intent behind a piece of writing.

2. Drafting allows you to organize your

thoughts and ideas in a clear and coherent
manner.

3. You may begin writing your letter by

proposing a solution.
[Link] persuade is the main purpose of
writing a request letter.

5. To make meaning refers to the

process of effectively conveying ideas,
messages, or information in a way that
is clear, coherent, and purposeful.
Let’s
check
!
 Answer Key:
1. T
2. T
3. F
4. F
5. T
Thank
you!