Afrikaans Home Language - Term 3 - Week 8

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and their spellings. Today, we will explore how different sounds can be combined to form words. We will focus on common phonetic patterns, such as 'sh', 'ch', and 'th'. Understanding these sounds will help us read and write better.

Let's look at the sound 'sh'. When we combine 'sh' with the vowel 'a', we get the word 'sha'. If we add 't', we form the word 'shat'. Now, let's try another example with 'ch'. Combining 'ch' with 'e' gives us 'che', and adding 'ese' forms 'cheese'. Notice how we can build words by adding different letters to the beginning and end.

In groups, let's create words using the sounds we learned. Each group will receive a set of letters and must form as many words as possible using 'sh', 'ch', and 'th'. After 10 minutes, each group will share their words with the class. Remember to check your spelling and ensure your words make sense!

Now it's your turn to write! Using the words you built in the group activity, write three sentences. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. For example, if you used the word 'shat', you could write, 'The cat sat on the mat.' After writing, read your sentences to a partner and check for any mistakes.

• S
• Sh
• Ch
• Th

Answer: Sh

'Sh' is a digraph that represents a single sound, which is 'sh'.

• Hat
• Cheese
• Dog
• Sun

Answer: Cheese

'Cheese' starts with the 'ch' sound, while the other options do not.

Answer: That

'That' is an example of a word that contains the 'th' sound.

• The cat sat on the mat
• The cat sat on the mat.
• the cat sat on the mat.
• The cat sat on the mat!

Answer: The cat sat on the mat.

The correct sentence ends with a period, indicating it is a statement.

Answer: S

'Shat' begins with the letter 'S'.

• Shirt
• Cat
• Dog
• Fish

Answer: Shirt

'Shirt' contains the 'sh' sound, while the others do not.

Answer: I like to eat cheese.

This sentence uses the word 'cheese' correctly.

• A single sound
• Two sounds
• A vowel
• A consonant

Answer: A single sound

'Ch' is a digraph that represents one sound in words.