isiNdebele Home Language - Term 3 - Week 6

In this lesson, we will review what we have learned in isiNdebele this term. We will focus on how to listen carefully, speak clearly, read short texts, and write sentences correctly. Each activity will help us understand the language better and prepare for our assessments.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who loves to play soccer. As we read, pay attention to the words and the punctuation. After reading, we will discuss what Thabo did in the story and how he felt. This will help us practice our comprehension skills.

Now, let's have a group discussion about the story we read. I will ask questions like, 'What did Thabo do?' and 'How did he feel when he played soccer?' Each student will take turns answering. This will help us practice speaking and listening to each other.

For independent practice, I want each of you to write three sentences about your favorite game. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. After you finish writing, we will share our sentences with the class. This will help us improve our writing skills.

• Thabo
• Sipho
• Lindiwe
• Zanele

Answer: Thabo

Thabo is the main character in the story we read.

• Rugby
• Cricket
• Soccer
• Netball

Answer: Soccer

Thabo loves to play soccer, as mentioned in the story.

Answer: He felt happy.

Thabo felt happy when he played soccer.

• Period
• Comma
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Question mark

A question mark is used at the end of a question.

Answer: My favorite game is basketball.

This is an example of a complete sentence about a favorite game.

• Use correct punctuation
• Write in capital letters only
• Skip spaces
• Use only one word

Answer: Use correct punctuation

Using correct punctuation is important for clear writing.

• Reading a book
• Watching TV
• Listening to a story
• Playing games

Answer: Listening to a story

Listening to a story helps improve listening skills.

Answer: We answered questions about the story.

In our group discussion, we answered questions about the story we read.