Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 3

Shared reading is an interactive reading experience where the teacher reads a text aloud while students follow along. This method helps learners to engage with the text, make predictions about what will happen next, and improve their comprehension skills. Today, we will read a short story in Tshivenda and discuss our predictions based on the title and illustrations.

We will read the story titled 'Muthu u tshi khou ya na u tshi khou fhedza'. Before reading, let’s look at the title and the pictures. What do you think this story is about? Let’s make some predictions. After reading, we will discuss if our predictions were correct and what clues helped us understand the story.

After reading the story together, we will break into small groups. Each group will discuss their predictions and share their thoughts on the characters and events in the story. I will ask guiding questions such as, 'What do you think will happen next?' and 'Why do you think the character feels this way?' This will help reinforce their understanding and encourage them to express their ideas clearly.

Now, each student will write three sentences about the story we read. They should use correct punctuation and spacing. For example, they can write about their favorite character or what they think will happen next. After writing, they will pair up with a partner to read their sentences aloud to each other, providing feedback on punctuation and clarity.

• Reading alone in silence
• Reading aloud with a group
• Listening to music
• Writing a story

Answer: Reading aloud with a group

Shared reading involves the teacher reading a text aloud while students follow along, promoting engagement and comprehension.

Answer: Students' responses will vary.

This question encourages students to use their imagination and prediction skills based on the text.

• Using correct punctuation
• Writing without spaces
• Ignoring spelling
• Writing in a hurry

Answer: Using correct punctuation

Correct punctuation is essential for clear communication in writing.

Answer: Students' responses will vary.

This question checks students' comprehension of the text and their ability to recall details.

• Make predictions
• Close your eyes
• Skip the title
• Read the last page first

Answer: Make predictions

Making predictions helps engage students and prepares them for the content of the story.

Answer: It helps to share ideas and understand different viewpoints.

Discussing predictions allows students to learn from each other and deepen their understanding of the text.

• The title
• The weather outside
• The number of pages
• The time of day

Answer: The title

The title often gives hints about the story's content and themes.