siSwati First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 1

Today, we will explore a short story together. Shared reading allows us to read as a group, which helps us understand the text better. We will look at the pictures and the title to make predictions about what the story might be about. This is an important skill because it helps us think critically about what we read.

Let’s look at the cover of our story, 'Umntfwana noMntfwana'. What do you see? (Show the cover image.) Based on the picture, what do you think will happen in the story? (Encourage students to share their ideas.) For example, if they see two children playing, they might predict that the story is about friendship or a fun adventure.

Now, let’s read the first few pages of the story 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. For instance, after reading about the children playing, I might ask, 'What do you think they will do next?' This will help us practice our speaking skills.

After our reading, I want you to think about your favorite part of the story. Write one sentence about it. Remember to start your sentence with a capital letter and end with a full stop. For example, if you liked when the children found a treasure, you could write, 'Umntfwana uthole umcebo.' Once you finish, share your sentence with a partner.

• To read silently
• To read together and discuss
• To write stories
• To memorize texts

Answer: To read together and discuss

Shared reading allows students to engage with the text as a group, enhancing understanding through discussion.

• The title and pictures
• The last page
• The author’s name
• The index

Answer: The title and pictures

The title and illustrations provide clues about the story's content, helping us make predictions.

Answer: They might go on an adventure to explore the treasure.

This answer shows critical thinking and prediction skills based on the story context.

• umntfwana uthole umcebo
• Umntfwana uthole umcebo.
• Umntfwana uthole umcebo!
• umntfwana UTHOLE umcebo.

Answer: Umntfwana uthole umcebo.

This sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop, making it grammatically correct.

Answer: It helps us understand the story better and keeps us engaged.

Making predictions encourages active reading and critical thinking.

• Comma
• Question mark
• Full stop
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Full stop

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

Answer: Umntfwana wathokozisa kakhulu.

This sentence expresses a personal connection to the story, demonstrating understanding.