Setswana Home Language - Term 1 - Week 10

This week, we will review everything we have learned in Setswana this term. We will focus on how to listen carefully, speak clearly, read short texts, and write sentences with correct punctuation. It is important to show what we know and understand. We will do this through fun activities and discussions.

Let's read a short story together. The story is about a boy named Thabo who loves to play soccer. As we read, pay attention to the punctuation marks. After reading, we will discuss the story. What did Thabo like to do? How did he feel when he played soccer? This will help us practice our comprehension skills.

Now, let's practice writing sentences. I will give you some words, and you will create sentences using those words. Remember to use capital letters at the beginning of your sentences and punctuation at the end. For example, if I say 'pula' (rain), you could write: 'Pula e na.' (It is raining.) Let's do this together for a few examples before you try on your own.

For your independent practice, I will read a short paragraph aloud. Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Write your answers in complete sentences. This will help you practice your listening skills and your ability to express your thoughts clearly in writing.

• Thabo
• Sipho
• Mma
• Pula

Answer: Thabo

Thabo is the boy who loves to play soccer in the story.

Answer: Thabo enjoyed playing soccer.

This shows that Thabo's favorite activity was soccer.

• Period
• Comma
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Question mark

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

Answer: Pula e na.

This sentence means 'It is raining' in Setswana.

• Use a small letter
• Use a capital letter
• Skip it
• Use a number

Answer: Use a capital letter

Every sentence should start with a capital letter.

Answer: I learned about punctuation.

This shows that the student has reflected on their learning.

• thabo is playing.
• Thabo is playing
• Thabo is playing!
• thabo is playing

Answer: Thabo is playing!

This sentence is correct because it starts with a capital letter and ends with an exclamation mark.

Answer: By paying attention when someone is speaking.

This shows an understanding of active listening.