Sesotho First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 1

Today, we will explore the concept of shared reading. Shared reading is when we read a text together as a class. It helps us understand the story better and allows us to make predictions about what might happen next. We will read a short story in Sesotho and discuss our thoughts and predictions as we go along.

Let’s look at a short story about a boy named Thabo who finds a mysterious box in the forest. As we read the first few sentences, I will ask you what you think is inside the box. This is an example of making a prediction. After reading, we will discuss why you think that and what clues in the text helped you decide.

Now, I will divide you into small groups. Each group will read a different short text. After reading, discuss with your group what you think will happen next in the story. Remember to listen to each other’s ideas and share your thoughts. After 10 minutes, we will come back together and share our predictions with the class.

For your independent practice, I want you to write a short paragraph predicting what will happen next in the story you read with your group. Use correct punctuation and spacing in your writing. After you finish, we will share some of your predictions with the class.

• Reading alone in silence
• Reading together as a class
• Reading only in groups
• Reading only at home

Answer: Reading together as a class

Shared reading involves the whole class reading a text together, which helps improve understanding and engagement.

Answer: Making predictions helps us think about the story and understand it better.

Predictions engage readers and encourage them to think critically about the text.

• Only your own ideas
• What others think
• The teacher's voice only
• The sound of the clock

Answer: What others think

Listening to others' ideas helps build a richer understanding of the text.

Answer: A full stop (.) or a question mark (?)

Using correct punctuation helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

• The title of the story
• The number of pages
• The color of the book
• The author's name

Answer: The title of the story

The title often gives hints about the content and direction of the story.

Answer: A mysterious box

This detail is crucial for making predictions about what might happen next in the story.

• By writing it down only
• By shouting it out
• By discussing it with your group first
• By keeping it to yourself

Answer: By discussing it with your group first

Discussing predictions in groups allows for collaborative thinking before sharing with the class.