Sepedi First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 8

Guided reading is a teaching approach where the teacher supports students in reading texts that are slightly above their independent reading level. In this lesson, we will read a short story in Sepedi together. The focus will be on understanding the main ideas, vocabulary, and sentence structure. After reading, we will discuss the text to ensure comprehension and encourage students to express their thoughts.

Let's read the following short text together: 'Mokhudu o na le ngwana. Ngwana o ratang go bapala.' (Mokhudu has a child. The child loves to play.) After reading, I will ask questions about the text. For example, 'Ke mang ea nang le ngwana?' (Who has a child?) The answer is 'Mokhudu.' This helps us practice understanding the text and responding correctly.

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will receive a different short text in Sepedi. Read your text together and discuss it. Pay attention to the main ideas and any new words. After your discussion, each group will share what they learned with the class. This will help reinforce your understanding and improve your speaking skills.

For independent practice, I want you to write three sentences about your favorite activity using correct punctuation and spacing. For example, 'Ke rata go bapala.' (I love to play.) Make sure to use capital letters at the beginning of each sentence and a full stop at the end. After writing, pair up with a partner and read your sentences to each other.

• Mokhudu has a child.
• Mokhudu is playing.
• Mokhudu loves food.

Answer: Mokhudu has a child.

The sentence translates directly to 'Mokhudu has a child' in English.

Answer: Use capital letters and full stops.

Proper punctuation helps make sentences clear and understandable.

• ke rata go ja
• Ke rata go ja.
• Ke rata go ja

Answer: Ke rata go ja.

This sentence is correct because it starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.

• Mokhudu loves to eat.
• Mokhudu has a child who loves to play.
• Mokhudu is sad.

Answer: Mokhudu has a child who loves to play.

The text clearly states that Mokhudu has a child and that the child enjoys playing.

Answer: Bapala (play).

Students should identify a new vocabulary word to demonstrate understanding.

• Close your book.
• Discuss it with others.
• Forget about it.

Answer: Discuss it with others.

Discussing the text helps reinforce understanding and allows for sharing different perspectives.

• Comma
• Question mark
• Full stop

Answer: Full stop

A full stop indicates the end of a statement.

Answer: It makes sentences clear and easy to understand.