Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 8

Today, we will explore the sounds of Sepedi letters and how they come together to form words. Phonics is important because it helps us read and write better. We will focus on the sounds of vowels and consonants, and how they can change the meaning of words when combined differently.

Let's take the word 'motswako' (meaning 'a way'). We can break it down into sounds: 'mo', 'tswa', 'ko'. Now, let's try to create new words by changing the sounds. For example, if we change 'mo' to 'ma', we get 'matswako' (meaning 'a way of doing things'). This shows how changing one sound can create a new word.

In groups, you will receive a set of letters. Your task is to create as many words as possible using those letters. Remember to say the words out loud and write them down. After 10 minutes, we will share our words with the class. Pay attention to how we pronounce each word and ensure we use correct spacing and punctuation when writing.

Now, it's your turn to write! Using the words you created, write three sentences in Sepedi. Make sure to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After writing, read your sentences to a partner and check if they understand your meaning. This will help you practice your speaking and listening skills.

• A way
• A person
• A place

Answer: A way

'Motswako' translates to 'a way' in Sepedi.

• B
• A
• T

Answer: A

In Sepedi, 'A' is one of the vowels.

Answer: motswako

Students should provide any valid word starting with 'm'.

• The word stays the same
• The meaning can change
• It becomes a number

Answer: The meaning can change

Changing a sound in a word can create a new word with a different meaning.

Answer: By sounding out letters and combining them to form words.

Practicing phonics involves recognizing sounds and blending them to create words.

• D
• E
• K

Answer: E

E is a vowel, while D and K are consonants.

• With a comma
• With a period
• With a space

Answer: With a period

Sentences should end with a period to indicate completion.

Answer: Ke rata go bala.

This means 'I love to read' in Sepedi, demonstrating sentence structure.