Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 7

Today, we will explore a short story together. Shared reading allows us to read as a group, helping each other understand the text. As we read, we will make predictions about what might happen next in the story. Predictions are guesses based on what we have read so far and what we think might happen next.

Let’s look at the first page of our story. The title is 'The Lost Dog'. I will read the first few sentences aloud. After reading, I will ask, 'What do you think will happen to the dog?' This encourages students to think critically and share their ideas. We will write down some of their predictions on the board.

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will read a different page of 'The Lost Dog'. After reading, discuss within your group what you think will happen next. Each group will then share their predictions with the class. Remember to listen carefully to each other and respect everyone’s ideas.

After our group discussions, I want you to write your own prediction about the ending of 'The Lost Dog'. Use correct punctuation and spacing in your sentences. For example, you might write, 'I think the dog will find its way home.' Once you finish, we will share some of our sentences with the class.

• Writing a story
• Shared reading and prediction
• Drawing pictures
• Listening to music

Answer: Shared reading and prediction

The main focus of today's lesson is to engage in shared reading and make predictions about the story.

Answer: Prediction

A prediction is a guess based on the information we have from the text.

• Comma
• Question mark
• Full stop
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Full stop

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

Answer: I think the dog will find its owner.

This sentence shows a clear prediction about the story.

• Talk over others
• Listen and share ideas
• Ignore your group members
• Draw instead of talking

Answer: Listen and share ideas

Listening and sharing ideas are important for effective group discussions.

Answer: We make predictions.

Making predictions is a key part of shared reading.

• To remember them
• To confuse others
• To throw them away
• To keep them secret

Answer: To remember them

Writing down predictions helps us remember what we thought would happen.

Answer: Using correct punctuation.