Diary Entry | English Grammar for Class 6 PDF Download

Introduction

Diary writing is the writing down of events, transactions and observations in a highly personalized manner. It is wrapped around creative thoughts and is basically the outpouring of what one feels or has experienced with regard to a particular stimulus. A diary can be written on a daily basis or at intervals, depending on the inclination of the writer.

What is Diary Entry?

A diary is a personal document that records an individual’s account of an incident or a day in their. life. A diary keeps track of an individual’s past and their dreams and hopes about the future. One can tell a diary all that one cannot tell anyone else.  One can pour all of one’s feelings into it. One can make predictions about what will happen and see if they come true, and can see how one has changed over time, and read and enjoy their memories.

When you write a diary, you must remember the following points:

• Mention the date and day, but stating the time is optional.
• You may address the dairy. This is also optional. For instance, Anne Frank called her diary ‘Kitty’.
• Use simple past, present perfect and future tense to write in your diary.
• Use the first-person narrative.
• Write a chronicle of events that have occurred on that day.
• Use spontaneous expression of emotion.
• Do not neglect the rules of grammar.
• Be careful about sentence construction, paragraphs, etc..

Examples

Q.1. You are Yogesh, You happened to go to Agra on a crowded bus on a summer day, Record your experience in the form of a diary entry.

24th Jan, 2017
Tuesday
9.00 pm 

Today I had the bitterest experience of my life. I never had such an awful experience in my life before. I had gone to Agra for some urgent business. There were very few buses plying today as most of them had been put on election duty. I waited for two hours at the bus stop when the bus arrived, it was very crowded. I somehow managed to get some space for myself. It was really difficult to breathe. Everyone was sweating. People were pushing each other. After the journey of two hours, I came out of the bus and took a sigh of relief.
I'll never forget this journey in my life. Yogesh 

Q.2. You recently attended a workshop on 'Effective Communication Skills' organized by your school. Using the hints given below together with your own ideas, make a diary entry of what you learned and experienced there.

Hints:

• Workshop on Effective Communication Skills
• Importance of communication in daily life
• Various activities for enhancing communication skills
• Group discussions, role plays, and presentations
• Learning non-verbal communication and body language
• Tips to overcome the fear of public speaking

New Delhi
25th March, 20XX
Tuesday, 7:00 pm
Dear Diary,
The workshop on 'Effective Communication Skills' organized by our school today was an eye-opener. It highlighted the importance of communication in our daily lives and how it plays a vital role in our personal and professional growth.
Various activities were conducted to enhance our communication skills, such as group discussions, role plays, and presentations. We also learned about non-verbal communication and body language, which can significantly impact our interactions with others. The resource person provided tips on how to overcome the fear of public speaking, which I found extremely helpful.
Overall, it was an enriching experience, and I am confident that the skills I learned today will go a long way in improving my communication abilities.
Riya

Q.3. You recently participated in a tree plantation drive organized by your school to celebrate World Environment Day. Using the hints given below, make a diary entry of what you saw and experienced there.

Hints

• World Environment Day celebration
• Tree plantation drive
• Students and teachers participating enthusiastically
• Planting saplings and watering them
• Pledge to protect the environment
• Awareness about the importance of trees

New Delhi
5th June, 20XX
Wednesday, 6:00 pm
Dear Diary,
Today, we celebrated World Environment Day in our school by organizing a tree plantation drive. It was heartening to see students and teachers participating enthusiastically in the event.
We planted saplings in the school compound and watered them. Our teachers explained the importance of trees and how they play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. We also took a pledge to protect our environment and spread awareness about the significance of trees.
I feel proud to have been a part of this noble initiative and am determined to contribute my bit towards preserving our planet for future generations.
Ananya

Q.4. You recently visited a science exhibition organized by your school. Using the hints given below together with your own ideas, make a diary entry of what you saw and experienced there.

Hints:

• Science exhibition organized by the school
• Various innovative projects displayed
• Students explaining their projects to visitors
• Robotics, renewable energy, and waste management
• Learning new concepts and ideas
• Inspired to create own science project

New Delhi
15th September, 20XX
Saturday, 5:00 pm
Dear Diary,
Our school organized a science exhibition today, and it was an amazing experience. Students displayed various innovative projects, showcasing their creativity and intelligence.
I was impressed by the projects on robotics, renewable energy, and waste management. The students had put in a lot of effort to create these projects, and they explained their work enthusiastically to the visitors.
The exhibition was a great platform to learn new concepts and ideas. It has inspired me to come up with my own science project, and I am eager to start working on it soon.
Aditya

Q.5. Your school organized a trip to a historical monument. Using the hints given below together with your own ideas, make a diary entry of what you saw and experienced there.

Hints:

• School trip to a historical monument
• Awe-inspiring architecture and craftsmanship
• Learning the history behind the monument
• Fun-filled day with friends
• Understanding the importance of preserving heritage

New Delhi
1st October, 20XX
Sunday, 6:30 pm
Dear Diary,
Today, our school organized a trip to a historical monument. It was a fantastic experience to witness the awe-inspiring architecture and craftsmanship of the monument. Our teachers narrated the history behind its construction, which made the visit even more interesting.
It was a fun-filled day spent with friends, exploring the monument and clicking photographs. The trip also made me realize the importance of preserving our rich heritage for future generations.
I hope to visit more such historical monuments and gain a deeper understanding of our country's glorious past.
Neha

Q.6. You participated in an inter-school debate competition. Using the hints given below together with your own ideas, make a diary entry of what you experienced there.

Hints:

• Inter-school debate competition
• Nervousness and excitement
• Preparing arguments and counter-arguments
• Healthy competition among participants
• Learning from others' perspectives
• Appreciation from teachers and friends

New Delhi
30th November, 20XX
Thursday, 8:30 pm
Dear Diary,
I participated in an inter-school debate competition today. It was a mix of nervousness and excitement, as I had worked hard to prepare my arguments and counter-arguments.
The competition was tough, with participants from various schools presenting their views on the given topic. It was a great learning experience to listen to others' perspectives and understand different viewpoints.
My performance was appreciated by my teachers and friends, which boosted my confidence. The debate competition has inspired me to enhance my public speaking skills and participate in more such events.
Aarav

Q.7. Your school organized a cleanliness drive in the nearby locality. Using the hints given below together with your own ideas, make a diary entry of what you experienced there.

Hints:

• Cleanliness drive organized by the school
• Volunteers from the school and locality
• Cleaning the streets and parks
• Spreading awareness about cleanliness
• Sense of satisfaction and responsibility

New Delhi
2nd October, 20XX
Tuesday, 4:30 pm
Dear Diary,
Our school organized a cleanliness drive in the nearby locality today. Volunteers from the school and the local community came together to clean the streets and parks.
We picked up litter, swept the streets, and even painted the walls to spread awareness about the importance of cleanliness. It was inspiring to see everyone working together for a common cause.
The drive instilled in me a sense of satisfaction and responsibility towards maintaining cleanliness in my surroundings. I am committed to doing my part in keeping our environment clean and green.
Pooja

Q.8. You are Rohit/Suman who has recently joined a boarding school. You have been able to make a few friends. Record your feelings about them in a diary entry in not more than 100 words.

Tuesday, 11th June 20__
9:00 p.m.
Dear Diary,
Just a week ago, I felt very lonely and lost in this new boarding school. But now, I am glad to say that I have made some good friends. Sudha is one of my friends, and I think she is a very reliable person. Even though she is a day scholar, she makes time to visit me in my hostel room. Ramini is my next-door neighbour in the hostel, and we get along well. We often go to the mess together for our meals. I enjoy her company as she is quite chatty and we have fun gossiping. Another friend of mine is Komal, who is a year senior to me and also a day scholar. She is very encouraging and I find her company very pleasant.
Sincerely,
Suman