Learning Objectives
Students will understand the definition, social function, text structure, and examples of greeting cards as short functional texts in English for Grade 8. Students will also be able to create simple greeting cards correctly.
Teaching Materials
Definition
A greeting card is a written expression of feeling sent on specific occasions to congratulate others.
Social Function
- To reward someone on a special moment or achievement.
- To express pity or sympathy.
- To motivate someone.
Types of Greeting Cards
- Birthday card.
- Congratulation card.
- Graduation card.
- Wedding card
Generic Structure
|
Part |
Explanation |
|
Receiver |
Recipient’s name, e.g., “Dear Mr. and Mrs. Smith”. |
|
Body |
– Congratulation expression (e.g., “Happy Birthday”, “Congratulations on your wedding”). |
|
Sender |
Greeting and sender’s name, e.g., “Your student”. |
Example Greeting Card
text
Dear Mr. John,
Congratulations on your graduation!
A new life has just begun.
I hope you always succeed.
Your friend,
Anna
