isiNdebele Home Language - Term 4 - Week 7

Shared reading is an interactive reading experience where the teacher reads a text aloud while students follow along. This method encourages students to engage with the text, make predictions about what will happen next, and discuss their thoughts. Today, we will read a short story together and predict the outcomes based on the clues provided in the text.

Let's read a short story about a boy named Thabo who finds a mysterious box in the forest. As we read, I will pause and ask you what you think is inside the box. For example, after reading that Thabo hears strange noises coming from the box, I might ask, 'What do you think is making that noise?' This encourages you to think critically and use your imagination.

After reading the story, we will break into small groups. Each group will discuss their predictions about the box. I will provide guiding questions such as, 'What clues did you notice in the story?' and 'How do you think Thabo feels about the box?' Each group will share their predictions with the class, allowing for a rich discussion and exchange of ideas.

Now it's your turn to write your own predictions! Using the story we read, write a short paragraph about what you think will happen next. Remember to use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, you will pair up with a partner to read your predictions aloud and discuss them together.

• Reading alone in silence
• Reading aloud with a group
• Listening to a story without reading
• Writing a story together

Answer: Reading aloud with a group

Shared reading involves reading a text aloud while engaging with a group, allowing for interaction and discussion.

• Guess randomly
• Use clues from the text
• Ignore the text
• Only think about the ending

Answer: Use clues from the text

Making predictions involves analyzing clues and information presented in the text to make educated guesses about what might happen next.

Answer: It helps to share different ideas and understand the text better.

Discussing predictions allows students to hear various perspectives and enhances their comprehension of the story.

• Period
• Comma
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Question mark

A question mark is used to indicate that a sentence is asking something.

Answer: Thabo might find a treasure inside the box.

This prediction is based on the mysterious nature of the box and the context of the story.

• It makes the class longer
• It helps improve listening skills
• It is less fun than reading alone
• It doesn't help with understanding

Answer: It helps improve listening skills

Reading aloud allows students to practice their listening skills and engage with the material more effectively.