Writing Practice A1- Writing About Your Morning Routine

Hello! Today we will learn how to write about your morning routine in a simple and fun way. This lesson will help you describe everything you do when you wake up and get ready for the day. 

Goals for This Lesson:

• Learn simple sentences to describe your morning routine.
• Write clearly about the steps you take when you wake up.
• Practice using time expressions and daily activities.
• Enjoy fun activities and examples to improve your writing.

Part 1: The Basics – Writing About Your Morning Routine

Writing about your morning routine is easy when you use simple sentences. Here are some examples:

• I wake up at… (Example: I wake up at 7:00 AM.)
• I brush my teeth at… (Example: I brush my teeth at 7:10 AM.)
• I have breakfast at… (Example: I have breakfast at 7:30 AM.)
• I get dressed at… (Example: I get dressed at 7:45 AM.)
• I leave for school at… (Example: I leave for school at 8:00 AM.)

Here’s a full example that uses these details:

Hi! My name is Sarah. I wake up at 7:00 AM every day. After waking up, I brush my teeth and wash my face at 7:10 AM. I have breakfast with my family at 7:30 AM, and I love eating cereal and fruit. I get dressed by 7:45 AM and pack my school bag. Finally, I leave for school at 8:00 AM. This routine makes my mornings organized and helps me start my day happily.

Part 2: Building Sentences Step-by-Step

Every sentence about your morning routine should include:

1. A Subject – Who or what the sentence is about (e.g., I, My routine).
2. A Verb – What happens (e.g., wake up, brush, eat).
3. Details – Extra information like time, activities, and feelings.

Sentence Examples:

• I wake up at… (Example: I wake up at 6:45 AM.)
• I brush my teeth at… (Example: I brush my teeth at 7:00 AM.)
• I have breakfast at… (Example: I have breakfast at 7:20 AM.)
• I get dressed at… (Example: I get dressed at 7:30 AM.)
• I leave for school at… (Example: I leave for school at 7:50 AM.)

Part 3: Fun Activities

Activity 1: Write About Your Morning Routine

Write 5 simple sentences describing your morning routine:

1. I wake up at ______.
2. I brush my teeth at ______.
3. I have breakfast at ______.
4. I get dressed at ______.
5. I leave for school at ______.

Activity 2: Draw Your Morning Routine

• Draw three pictures showing different parts of your morning routine (e.g., waking up, having breakfast, leaving for school).
• Write 2 sentences below each drawing. Example:
• (Drawing of you eating breakfast)
• “I eat breakfast at 7:20 AM. I enjoy eating cereal and fruit.”

Part 4: Homework – Write a Letter About Your Morning Routine

Write a short letter to your teacher or a friend describing your morning routine. Use the structure below as a guide:

Dear Teacher,

Hi! My name is Sarah, and I want to tell you about my morning routine. I wake up at 7:00 AM every day. After waking up, I brush my teeth and wash my face at 7:10 AM. I have a healthy breakfast with my family at 7:30 AM. Then, I get dressed and pack my school bag. I leave for school at 8:00 AM. This routine helps me start my day happily and be ready for learning.

What is your morning routine like?

Your student,

Sarah

Part 5: Review and Reflect

Answer these questions:

• Did you enjoy writing about your morning routine?
• Did you learn any new words or expressions?
• What extra details can you add next time to make your description better?

Download A1 Writing Worksheet – Writing About Your Morning Routine