Sesotho First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 2

Today, we will learn about different animals in Sesotho. Animals are all around us, and knowing their names in Sesotho will help us talk about them. We will look at pictures of animals and learn how to say their names. For example, 'ntja' means 'fish', and 'konyana' means 'rabbit'.

Let’s look at some pictures of animals. I will show you a picture of a 'ntja' (fish). Can anyone tell me what this is in Sesotho? Yes, it is a 'ntja'. Now, let’s look at another picture. This is a 'konyana' (rabbit). Repeat after me: 'konyana'. Great job!

Now, let’s work together! I will divide you into small groups. Each group will receive a set of animal pictures. Your task is to name each animal in Sesotho. Once you have named them, I want each group to share one animal with the class. Remember to speak clearly and use the correct Sesotho words!

For your independent practice, I want you to draw your favorite animal. After you finish your drawing, write the name of the animal in Sesotho below it. You can use the words we learned today. Once you are done, we will have a mini-gallery walk where you can show your drawings to your classmates.

• ntja
• konyana
• ntjaana

Answer: ntja

The correct answer is 'ntja', which means 'fish' in Sesotho.

• Dog
• Rabbit
• Cat

Answer: Rabbit

'Konyana' refers to a rabbit in Sesotho.

Answer: katse

'Katse' is the Sesotho word for 'cat'.

• Bird
• Fish
• Horse

Answer: Bird

'Poli' is the Sesotho word for 'bird'.

Answer: ntja

'Ntja' is a common animal that lives in water, meaning 'fish'.

• Cow
• Sheep
• Goat

Answer: Sheep

'Pudi' refers to a sheep in Sesotho.

• ntja
• konyana
• pudi

Answer: ntja

'Ntja' means 'dog' in Sesotho.

Answer: konyana

Students can answer with their favorite animal, such as 'konyana' for rabbit.