Tshivenda Home Language - Term 3 - Week 9

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. This will help us think critically and engage with the text.

Let’s look at the title of our story: 'The Lost Dog'. What do you think this story will be about? (Pause for responses.) Now, let’s read the first few sentences together. After reading, I will ask you to predict what you think will happen next. For example, if the dog is lost, where do you think it might go?

Now, let’s read the next part of the story. As we read, I want you to raise your hand if you have a prediction about what will happen next. After reading, we will discuss your predictions. Remember to listen to your classmates and think about their ideas. This will help us understand the story better.

After our shared reading, I want you to write your own prediction about the story. Use the sentence starter: 'I think the dog will...'. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. Once you finish writing, share your prediction with a partner and discuss why you think that will happen.

• Drawing pictures
• Shared reading and prediction
• Writing a story
• 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 text.

Answer: I think the dog will find its way home.

This answer shows a prediction based on the story's title and context.

• To guess the ending
• To understand the text better
• To finish reading faster
• To write a summary

Answer: To understand the text better

Making predictions helps us engage with the text and enhances our comprehension.

Answer: Punctuation helps make sentences clear.

This answer reflects an understanding of the importance of punctuation in writing.

• Keep it to yourself
• Share it with the class
• Write it down only
• Ignore it

Answer: Share it with the class

Sharing predictions encourages discussion and helps everyone understand the story better.

Answer: The dog is lost!

This answer demonstrates correct punctuation with an exclamation mark.

• The Happy Cat
• The Lost Dog
• The Brave Bird
• The Fast Car

Answer: The Lost Dog

The title 'The Lost Dog' was the focus of our shared reading activity.