Work in pairs. Narrate an incident where you helped someone in the past. Take turns to speak and use the cue cards given below.
at school - classmate explaining a concept in the neighbourhood - cleanliness campaign at the market place - elderly carrying bags in the playground - a friend gets injured
You may use the following prompts.
Beginning the Story: It all started when... / The day began like any other... / I still remember... / At that moment, I realised...
Describing the Experience: At that moment, I realised... / I was completely taken by surprise... / The next few hours were... / I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw...
Concluding: I was overjoyed/thrilled/extremely satisfied / A wave of relief/joy/excitement washed over me... / I felt a mixture of emotions... / I have never felt...
Reflection: From that day on... / This memory reminds me to always... / This experience taught me the value of... / In the end, I realised...
Students are expected to narrate a personal incident of helping someone using the given prompts and cue cards.
The narrative should include: a clear beginning describing when and where the incident occurred, details about the person helped and the situation, a description of how help was provided, the reaction of the person helped, and a reflection on feelings and lessons learned.
The story should demonstrate understanding of the value of helping others, connecting to the poem's theme of kindness and empathy.
Explanation
This speaking activity encourages students to practise narrative skills while reflecting on personal experiences of helping others. The cue cards and prompts provide structure for organising the narrative. Students should speak clearly, use appropriate expression, and engage their partner in meaningful discussion about acts of kindness.
Solution Steps
Narrate a personal incident of helping someone using the given prompts and cue cards
Include a clear beginning describing when and where the incident occurred
Provide details about the person helped and the situation
Describe how help was provided
Include the reaction of the person helped
Reflect on feelings and lessons learned from the experience
Demonstrate understanding of the value of helping others, connecting to themes of kindness and empathy