Shared reading and prediction (T2 W1)
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Today, we will explore a short story together. Shared reading allows us to read as a group, helping each other understand the text. We will look at the pictures and the title to make predictions about what the story might be about. This will help us become better readers and thinkers.
Let’s look at the cover of our story, 'Uthando Lwethu' (Our Love). What do you see in the picture? I see a boy and a dog. What do you think the story will be about? (Encourage students to share their thoughts.) Now, let’s read the first few sentences together and see if our predictions were correct.
As we read the story, I will pause at certain points and ask you to predict what might happen next. For example, after reading about the boy finding the dog, I might ask, 'What do you think the boy will do with the dog?' Let’s discuss our ideas and see how they match with the story as we continue reading.
Now that we have finished the story, I want you to write a sentence about your favorite part. Remember to use capital letters at the beginning and a full stop at the end. For example, 'Uthando lwethu lukhanya' (Our love shines). After writing, share your sentence with a partner and read it aloud to each other.
Answer: Uthando Lwethu
The title of the story we read was 'Uthando Lwethu', which means 'Our Love'.
Answer: A dog
In the story, the boy found a dog, which was a key part of the plot.
Answer: A capital letter
Every sentence should start with a capital letter to show the beginning of a new thought.
Answer: Predicting
Predicting is when we make guesses about what will happen next in a story based on clues.
Answer: Answers will vary.
Students should write a sentence that reflects their understanding and enjoyment of the story.
Answer: Full stop
A full stop is used at the end of a sentence to indicate that the thought is complete.
Answer: To make predictions
Looking at pictures helps us make predictions about the story before we read the text.
Answer: Answers will vary.
Students should reflect on their learning experience and share insights about reading and predicting.