Shared reading and prediction (T1 W3)
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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 is a fun way to use our imagination and think critically about what we read.
Let’s look at the cover of our story, 'U Moya wa Nhlamulo' (The Spirit of Answer). What do you see in the picture? (Show the cover image). Based on the title and the image, what do you think the story will be about? (Encourage students to share their thoughts). For example, if they see a picture of a bird, they might predict that the story involves flying or nature.
Now, we will read the first page of the story together. As we read, I want you to think about what might happen next. After reading a few lines, pause and ask the students, 'What do you think will happen next?' Encourage them to use clues from the text and illustrations to support their predictions. Write their predictions on the board.
After our shared reading, I want each of you to write one sentence about what you think will happen next in the story. Remember to start your sentence with a capital letter and end with a full stop. For example, 'I think the bird will find a friend.' Once you finish writing, share your sentence with a partner and discuss your predictions.
Answer: To understand the text better
Making predictions helps us engage with the text and think about what might happen, which improves our understanding.
Answer: A bird flying in the sky.
Describing the cover helps students focus on visual clues that aid in making predictions.
Answer: Full stop
A full stop indicates the end of a sentence.
Answer: The bird will meet another animal.
This encourages students to think creatively and apply their understanding of predictions.
Answer: Look at it carefully
Pictures provide important clues that can help us make predictions about the text.
Answer: It helps us learn from each other.
Reading aloud allows students to hear different perspectives and ideas, enhancing their understanding.
Answer: The name of the story
The title gives us a hint about what the story is about.
Answer: We can use pictures and titles to guess what will happen.
This reinforces the skills learned during the lesson about using clues to make predictions.