Sesotho First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 2

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and their spellings. In Sesotho, understanding phonics helps us read and write better. Today, we will focus on the sounds of the letters 'b', 'm', and 't'. We will listen to how these sounds are pronounced and practice saying them together.

Let's take the sound 'b'. We can build words like 'bana' (children) and 'bona' (see). I will write these words on the board. Notice how each word starts with the letter 'b'. Now, let's try the sound 'm'. We can create 'metsi' (water) and 'molemo' (good). Each word starts with 'm'.

Now, let's create sentences using the words we built. For example, 'Bana ba bapala' means 'The children are playing'. I will write this on the board. Let's practice reading it together. Now, I want you to think of a sentence using 'metsi'. How would you say 'The water is cold' in Sesotho? Let's discuss your ideas.

For your independent practice, I want you to write three sentences using the words 'bana', 'metsi', and 'tata' (father). Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. After you write your sentences, draw a picture that represents one of your sentences. Be ready to share your work with the class.

• Ba
• Ma
• Ta
• Na

Answer: Ba

The letter 'b' makes the sound 'ba'.

• bana
• metsi
• tata
• nna

Answer: metsi

'Metsi' means water and starts with the letter 'm'.

Answer: Bana ba ntse ba bapala.

This sentence means 'The children are playing'.

• .
• ,
• !
• ?

Answer: .

A full stop (.) is used to end a sentence.

Answer: Father

'Tata' translates to 'father' in English.

• bana
• molemo
• metsi
• tata

Answer: molemo

'Molemo' means 'good' in Sesotho.

• Bana ba bapala
• Bana ba Bapala
• bana ba bapala
• Bana Ba Bapala

Answer: Bana ba bapala

The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and has proper spacing.

Answer: tata, thaba

These words mean 'father' and 'mountain' respectively.