Sepedi Home Language - Term 2 - Week 1

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 is a fun way to engage with reading and to think critically about the text.

Let’s look at the cover of our story, 'Mokhudu le Mofolo'. What do you see? (Show the cover image). Based on the title and the picture, what do you think will happen in the story? (Encourage students to share their thoughts). For example, if they see a picture of a boy and a dog, they might predict that the story is about their adventures together.

Now, let’s read the first few pages of 'Mokhudu le Mofolo' together. As we read, I want you to listen carefully and think about what might happen next. After each page, I will ask you to share your predictions. Remember to use your voices clearly and to follow along with the text.

After our reading, I want you to write three sentences about what you think will happen next in the story. Use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. For example, if you think Mokhudu will find a treasure, you can write, 'Mokhudu o tla fumana borai.' Remember to leave spaces between your words.

• Mokhudu le Mofolo
• Mokhudu le Mofolo le Mofolo
• Mokhudu le Mofolo le Ngwana

Answer: Mokhudu le Mofolo

The title of the story is 'Mokhudu le Mofolo'.

Answer: Mokhudu will go on an adventure.

This answer reflects a common prediction based on the story's theme.

• Close the book
• Make a prediction
• Draw a picture

Answer: Make a prediction

After reading a page, we make predictions about what will happen next.

Answer: Mokhudu is a brave boy.

This sentence describes Mokhudu and uses correct punctuation.

• It helps us read alone
• It allows us to learn from each other
• It is boring

Answer: It allows us to learn from each other

Shared reading encourages collaboration and understanding among students.

Answer: A full stop.

A full stop is used to indicate the end of a sentence.

• The pictures and title
• The back cover
• The author’s name

Answer: The pictures and title

We use the pictures and title to help us guess what the story is about.

Answer: I enjoy reading stories.

This response reflects a positive attitude towards reading.