Sesotho Home Language - Term 1 - Week 4

Guided reading is a teaching approach where students read texts at their level with support from the teacher. This week, we will focus on a short story that will help us practice our reading skills. We will read together, discuss the story, and answer questions to ensure we understand the main ideas and details.

Let's read the story 'Mokhantšo le Mofuthu'. As we read, pay attention to the characters and the events that happen. After reading, I will ask you questions about the story. For example, 'Who are the main characters?' and 'What happened at the end of the story?' This will help us check our understanding.

After reading the story, we will discuss it as a class. I will ask you to share your thoughts about the characters and what you liked about the story. Then, we will practice writing sentences about the story. For instance, if you liked Mokhantšo, you might write, 'Mokhantšo is brave.' Remember to use capital letters and punctuation correctly.

Now it's your turn! Write a short paragraph about your favorite character from the story. Use at least three sentences and make sure to check your punctuation. After writing, reflect on what you learned from the story. You can share your paragraph with a partner and discuss your reflections.

• Mokhantšo
• Mofuthu
• Mokhantšo's friend

Answer: Mokhantšo

Mokhantšo is the main character around whom the story revolves.

• Goes on an adventure
• Helps a friend
• Learns a lesson

Answer: Goes on an adventure

The story describes Mokhantšo's exciting adventure.

Answer: I learned that being brave is important.

This answer reflects a common theme of bravery in stories.

• Period
• Comma
• Question mark

Answer: Question mark

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

Answer: Mokhantšo is very brave.

This sentence uses correct capitalization and punctuation.

• Draw a picture
• Think about what you want to say
• Read someone else's work

Answer: Think about what you want to say

Thinking helps you organize your thoughts before writing.

• One
• Two
• Three or more

Answer: Three or more

Writing three or more sentences allows for more detail and expression.

Answer: Mofuthu

Mofuthu is another character in the story alongside Mokhantšo.