isiNdebele First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 2

Today, we will explore the sounds of isiNdebele letters. Phonics helps us understand how letters combine to form words. For example, the letter 'b' sounds like 'buh' and the letter 'a' sounds like 'ah'. When we put them together, we can make the word 'ba'. Let's practice saying these sounds together!

Let's take the sounds we learned and build some words. If we combine 'm' (em) and 'a' (ah), we get 'ma'. Now, if we add 't' (te) to the beginning, we create the word 'tma'. Let's write this on the board and sound it out together: 'tma'. Can anyone think of a sentence using this word?

Now, let's work together to create sentences. I will say a word, and you will help me form a sentence. For example, if I say 'umama' (mother), you might say, 'Umama uyasebenza' (Mother is working). Let's try another word: 'ibhola' (ball). What sentence can we make with 'ibhola'?

For your independent practice, I want you to write three sentences using the words we learned today. Remember to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After you write your sentences, draw a picture that represents one of your sentences. Be ready to share your work with the class!

• buh
• ah
• muh
• tuh

Answer: buh

The letter 'b' makes the sound 'buh'.

• tma
• baba
• mama
• all of the above

Answer: all of the above

All these options are words we practiced building.

Answer: Ibhola liyaphosa.

This sentence means 'The ball is thrown'.

• .
• ,
• !
• ?

Answer: .

A period (.) is used to end a sentence.

• b
• a
• m
• t

Answer: a

The letter 'a' makes the sound 'ah'.

Answer: umama

The word 'umama' means 'mother' in isiNdebele.

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Answer: Three

You are asked to write three sentences.

Answer: Draw a picture.

You need to draw a picture that represents one of your sentences.