Writing Practice A1- Writing About Myself

Hello! Today, we will learn how to write about yourself in an easy and fun way. This lesson will help you introduce yourself clearly and simply in English. 🖐️😊📝

🎯 Goals for This Lesson:

  1. Learn simple sentences to introduce yourself.
  2. Write clearly about your name, age, family, and hobbies.
  3. Practice writing with fun examples and easy activities.

📝 Part 1: The Basics – Writing About Yourself

Introducing yourself is simple! Here are easy sentences you can use:

  • My name is… (Example: My name is Sara.)
  • I am ___ years old. (Example: I am 8 years old.)
  • I live in… (Example: I live in Morocco.)
  • I have… (Example: I have one brother and one sister.)
  • My favorite color is… (Example: My favorite color is blue.)
  • I like… (Example: I like playing football.)
  • My favorite food is… (Example: My favorite food is pizza.)

Here’s a full example:

Hello! My name is Karim. I am 9 years old. I live in Casablanca. I have one sister. My favorite color is green. I like playing football and drawing pictures. My favorite food is spaghetti. I feel happy when I play with my friends!

🔧 Part 2: Making Sentences Step-by-Step

Every sentence about yourself needs:

  1. A Subject – Who (e.g., I, My).
  2. A Verb – Action or state (e.g., am, have, like).
  3. Details – More information (e.g., age, favorite things).
Sentence Examples:
  • My name is… (Example: My name is Fatima.)
  • I am ___ years old. (Example: I am 7 years old.)
  • I like… (Example: I like reading books.)
  • My favorite food is… (Example: My favorite food is couscous.)

🎲 Part 3: Fun Activities

Activity 1: Write About Yourself

Write 5 simple sentences about yourself:

  1. My name is ______.
  2. I am ______ years old.
  3. I live in ______.
  4. I like ______.
  5. My favorite food is ______.
Activity 2: Draw and Describe Yourself
  1. Draw a picture of yourself.
  2. Write 2 sentences below your drawing. Example:
    • (Drawing of yourself smiling)
    • “My name is Youssef. I am 7 years old.”

📄 Part 4: Homework – Write a Letter Introducing Yourself

Write a short letter to your teacher introducing yourself. Here’s a longer example:

Dear Teacher,

Hi! My name is Amira. I am 8 years old. I live in Rabat. I have one brother and one sister. My favorite color is pink. I like singing and playing with my friends. My favorite food is ice cream. I am very happy to be in your class!

Your student,  
Amira

🔍 Part 5: Review and Reflect

Answer these questions:

  • Was it easy to write about yourself?
  • Did you learn new words?
  • Can you add more details next time?

Download A1 Writing Worksheet – All About Me

Conclusion

🎉 Great job! Keep practicing, and soon you’ll easily write and talk about yourself. 😊