Sesotho 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 us to understand the text better. We will look at the title and pictures to make predictions about what the story might be about. This is an important skill that helps us become better readers.

Let's look at the title of our story: 'The Brave Little Mouse'. What do you think this story will be about? (Pause for responses.) Now, let’s look at the picture on the first page. What do you see? (Encourage students to describe the image.) Based on the title and the picture, I predict that the mouse will go on an adventure. What do you think will happen next?

Now, we will read the story together. I will read the first paragraph, and then you will read the next one. As we read, think about what might happen next. After each paragraph, we will stop and discuss our predictions. Remember to listen carefully and pay attention to the words and punctuation.

After our reading, I want you to write three sentences about what you think will happen next in the story. Use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. For example, if you think the mouse will find cheese, you can write, 'The mouse will find cheese.' Remember to leave spaces between your words!

• The Brave Little Mouse
• The Big Scary Cat
• The Lost Dog

Answer: The Brave Little Mouse

The title helps us understand what the story is about.

Answer: The mouse will go on an adventure.

This answer shows a prediction based on the title.

• It helps us guess the ending.
• It makes reading boring.
• It is not important.

Answer: It helps us guess the ending.

Predictions engage readers and enhance comprehension.

Answer: The mouse will meet a friend.

This answer demonstrates the ability to create a prediction.

• Comma
• Period
• Question mark

Answer: Period

A period indicates the end of a statement.

Answer: I learned how to make predictions.

This shows understanding of the lesson's focus.

• The mouse will fly.
• The mouse will find food.
• The mouse will turn into a cat.

Answer: The mouse will find food.

This prediction is realistic based on the story context.

Answer: Reading together as a group.

This answer defines the concept of shared reading.