Tshivenda Home Language - Term 4 - Week 7

Today, we will explore a short story together. Shared reading allows us to read as a group, which helps us understand the text better. As we read, I want you to think about what might happen next in the story. This is called making a prediction. Predictions help us engage with the text and think critically about the story.

Let’s read the first part of our story: 'Once upon a time, there was a little bird who wanted to fly high in the sky. One day, she saw a big tree and thought...' What do you think she thought? (Pause for responses) Great! You might think she wanted to fly to the top of the tree. That’s a good prediction! Now, let’s read on to see if you were right.

Now, I will read another part of the story. Listen carefully and think about what might happen next. After I finish reading, I will ask you to share your predictions. Remember to explain why you think that will happen. This will help us practice our speaking skills. Let’s begin reading!

For your independent task, I want you to write your own short story. Start with a sentence that introduces a character, like 'There was a clever fox who loved to explore.' Then, write two sentences about what you think might happen next. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. Once you finish, we will share our stories with the class.

• To guess the ending of the story
• To engage with the text
• To memorize the text
• To ignore the story

Answer: To engage with the text

Making predictions helps readers think critically and engage more deeply with the story.

Answer: The beginning

The beginning introduces the characters and sets the scene for the story.

• The bird flew away.
• The bird will find a nest.
• The bird is sad.
• The bird is hungry.

Answer: The bird will find a nest.

This statement suggests what might happen next in the story.

Answer: It helps make the meaning clear.

Punctuation organizes sentences and clarifies the meaning for the reader.

• Forget about it
• Read to see if you were correct
• Change the story
• Ignore the text

Answer: Read to see if you were correct

Reading further helps confirm or adjust your predictions based on the text.

Answer: Listening or speaking

Shared reading encourages both listening and speaking skills through discussion.

• Once upon a time
• The end
• In conclusion
• Suddenly

Answer: Once upon a time

This phrase is commonly used to introduce stories and engage the reader.