It was a hot Saturday afternoon when I was walking home from the library. As I approached a busy road, I noticed an elderly woman standing at the pedestrian crossing. She leaned heavily on her walking stick and looked worried. Cars were speeding past, and she seemed too frightened to cross the road by herself.

Just then, the traffic light turned green for pedestrians. However, the elderly woman hesitated. I could see her trembling slightly. Without thinking twice, I walked up to her and asked politely, “Would you like some help crossing the road?”

Relief washed over her face. “Yes, please,” she replied softly.

I held her arm gently and guided her across the road. Halfway across, she stumbled slightly, but I supported her and made sure she reached the other side safely. She thanked me repeatedly, her eyes filled with gratitude.

As I was about to leave, I heard a faint meowing sound coming from a nearby drain. A tiny kitten was trapped inside. Feeling sorry for the frightened animal, I carefully climbed down and lifted it out. The kitten immediately curled up against me, as if it knew it was safe.

A passer-by had witnessed both incidents

and informed my school about them. A few weeks later, during assembly, the principal presented me with a Certificate of Commendation for showing kindness and compassion.

As the hall filled with applause, I felt proud but humbled. That day, I learnt that compassion is not about receiving rewards. It is about helping others when they need it most and making the world a little brighter.

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How to Plan and Write This Composition

1. Understand the Topic

The topic is “Showing Compassion.”

You must answer:

• What was the compassionate act?

• Why was it compassionate?

The pictures suggest:

1. A kitten needing help.

2. An elderly woman crossing the road.

3. A Certificate of Commendation.

A good story should connect all three pictures.

2. Planning (Story Mountain)

Part - What Happens

Introduction - Walking home and noticing someone in need.

Problem - Elderly woman is afraid to cross a busy road.

Compassionate Act - Helping her cross safely.

Additional Act - Rescuing a trapped kitten.

Climax - Others witness the acts of kindness.

Resolution - Receive a Certificate of Commendation.

Moral - Compassion means caring for others without expecting rewards.

3. Vocabulary for A1 Composition

Feelings

• worried

• relieved

• grateful

• touched

• humbled

Actions

• guided

• supported

• comforted

• rescued

• reassured

Descriptive Phrases

• Relief washed over her face.

• My heart went out to her.

• Without hesitation, I stepped forward.

• A faint meowing sound caught my attention.

• The hall erupted in applause.

4. Why This Can Score A1

✅ Clear plot with a problem and solution.
✅ Strong focus on the theme of compassion.
✅ Uses emotions and dialogue.
✅ Includes vivid descriptions.
✅ Ends with a meaningful lesson.

Simple A1 Formula

Notice someone in need → Help willingly → Face a challenge → Solve it → Learn a lesson about kindness

This structure is highly effective for PSLE continuous writing because it shows both good storytelling and strong values.