isiNdebele First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 3

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 read a short story about a little bird named 'Uhlanga'. As we read, I will pause and ask you what you think will happen next. For example, if I say, 'Uhlanga saw a big tree and wanted to fly to it,' I might ask, 'What do you think Uhlanga will do next?' You might predict that Uhlanga will try to fly or that it might meet other birds.

Now, let’s read another short story together. I will read the first part, and then I will stop at certain points. At each pause, I want you to share your predictions with your partner. After discussing, we will share our predictions with the class. Remember to listen carefully to each other and think about why you made your predictions.

After our reading, I want you to write your own short story about an animal. Use at least three sentences and make sure to include a prediction about what will happen next. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. Once you finish, we will share our stories with the class.

• Math skills
• Shared reading and prediction
• Science experiments
• Art and drawing

Answer: Shared reading and prediction

The lesson is centered around shared reading and making predictions about the text.

Answer: Shared reading

Shared reading is when a group reads a text together to enhance understanding.

• Guess randomly
• Think about the story and share with a partner
• Ignore the text
• Only write it down

Answer: Think about the story and share with a partner

Making a prediction involves thinking critically about the text and discussing it.

Answer: It helps others understand my sentences clearly.

Correct punctuation makes writing clear and easier to read.

• Fly to the tree
• Go to sleep
• Sing a song
• Eat food

Answer: Fly to the tree

Based on the context, it is likely that Uhlanga would want to fly to the tree.

Answer: Predictions help us guess what will happen next in a story.

Making predictions is a way to engage with the story and think ahead.

• Start a new story
• Read someone else's story
• Check your punctuation and spacing
• Draw a picture

Answer: Check your punctuation and spacing

It's important to ensure your writing is clear before sharing it.