Sesotho Home 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 allows us to discuss the story, characters, and events. Before we start reading, we will make predictions about what we think will happen in the story based on the title and illustrations. This helps us engage with the text and think critically.

Let's look at the title of our story: 'The Lost Kitten'. What do you think this story will be about? (Pause for responses.) Now, let's look at the picture on the cover. What do you see? (Encourage students to describe the image.) Based on the title and the picture, I predict that the story will be about a kitten that gets lost and tries to find its way home. What do you think? (Discuss various predictions.)

Now, we will read the first few pages of 'The Lost Kitten' together. As we read, I want you to think about your predictions. After each page, we will stop and discuss what we have read. What new information did we learn? Did anything surprise you? How does this change your prediction? (Read aloud and pause for discussion at key points.)

After our shared reading, I want you to write three sentences about the story. Use correct punctuation and spacing. Start with a sentence about your prediction before we read, then write one sentence about what happened in the story, and finally, write a sentence about what you think will happen next. Remember to check your work for any mistakes!

• Reading alone in silence
• Reading together as a class
• Listening to a story
• Writing a story

Answer: Reading together as a class

Shared reading involves the whole class reading a text together, allowing for discussion and engagement.

Answer: We make predictions about the story.

Making predictions helps us engage with the text and think about what might happen.

• The title and illustrations
• The last page of the book
• The author's name
• The table of contents

Answer: The title and illustrations

The title and illustrations provide clues about the story that help us make predictions.

Answer: It helps us understand the story better.

Discussing the text allows us to clarify our thoughts and deepen our comprehension.

• Use correct punctuation
• Write in a different language
• Skip spaces between words
• Write only in capital letters

Answer: Use correct punctuation

Using correct punctuation is essential for clear communication in writing.

Answer: Answers will vary; students should provide their own predictions.

Each student's prediction will be unique based on their interpretation of the title and illustrations.

• Close the book
• Discuss what we read
• Start reading from the back
• Ignore the text

Answer: Discuss what we read

Discussing after each page helps us reflect on the content and adjust our predictions.