Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 4

Creative writing allows us to express our thoughts and feelings in unique ways. In this lesson, we will explore how to write short stories or descriptions. We will focus on using proper punctuation, such as full stops and commas, to make our writing clear and enjoyable to read. Let's think about what makes a good story: characters, a setting, and an interesting plot!

Let's look at a simple story: 'Mpho went to the market. She saw many colorful fruits. Mpho bought apples and bananas. She was very happy.' Notice how each sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop. This helps the reader understand when one idea ends and another begins. Now, let's think about how we can add more details to make this story even better!

Now it's your turn! Think of a character and a place where they might go. For example, 'Thabo went to the park.' Let's add more sentences together. What did Thabo see at the park? How did he feel? As we write, remember to use capital letters at the beginning of each sentence and full stops at the end. Work with a partner to share your ideas and help each other with punctuation.

Take some time to write your own short story. Start with a character and a place, then describe what happens. Use at least three sentences and remember to check your punctuation. After you finish writing, read your story to a friend or to the class. This will help you practice speaking and sharing your ideas confidently.

• To tell a story
• To write a report
• To copy someone else's work

Answer: To tell a story

Creative writing is primarily about expressing ideas and telling stories in unique ways.

• Comma
• Full stop
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Full stop

A full stop indicates the end of a complete thought or sentence.

Answer: Interesting characters

Interesting characters help engage the reader and make the story enjoyable.

• Use a small letter
• Use a capital letter
• Skip it

Answer: Use a capital letter

Every sentence should start with a capital letter to indicate the beginning of a new thought.

Answer: Apples and bananas

Mpho bought apples and bananas, which were mentioned in the example story.

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Answer: Three

Your short story should have at least three sentences to develop the idea.

Answer: Add details about the setting

Describing the setting helps the reader visualize where the story takes place.

• Character
• Plot
• Setting
• Theme

Answer: Setting

The setting is the location and time where the events of the story occur.