Tshivenda Home Language - Term 3 - Week 8

Phonics is the relationship between sounds and their spellings. In Tshivenda, understanding phonics helps us read and write better. Today, we will explore how different sounds can form words. We will focus on consonant blends and vowel combinations to create new words.

Let's take the consonant blend 'th' and see how we can build words. For example, if we start with 'th' and add 'a', we get 'tha'. Adding 't' gives us 'that'. Now, let's try 'th' with 'e' to make 'the'. Notice how changing the vowel changes the word. We can also create sentences like 'The cat is here.'

Now, let's work together to create sentences using the words we built. I will say a word, and you will help me form a sentence. For example, if I say 'tha', you might say, 'Tha is my friend.' Remember to use correct punctuation at the end of your sentences. Let's practice with a few more words: 'th', 'ti', and 'tu'.

For your independent practice, I want you to choose three consonant blends from our lesson today. Write down two words for each blend and then create a sentence using one of the words. Make sure to check your sentences for correct punctuation and spacing. You will share your sentences with a partner after you finish.

• The study of numbers
• The relationship between sounds and spellings
• The art of drawing
• The history of languages

Answer: The relationship between sounds and spellings

Phonics focuses on how sounds correspond to letters and letter combinations.

Answer: that

The word 'that' starts with the consonant blend 'th', demonstrating how blends can form words.

• The cat is here
• the cat is here.
• The cat is here!
• the Cat is here.

Answer: The cat is here.

The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a period.

Answer: ?

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

• bat
• that
• cat
• rat

Answer: that

The word 'that' contains the consonant blend 'th'.

Answer: The dog is barking.

This sentence uses 'the' correctly and includes proper punctuation.

• To make it look pretty
• To help readers understand
• To fill space
• To confuse readers

Answer: To help readers understand

Correct spacing makes sentences easier to read and understand.

Answer: Consonant blend

A consonant blend is when two or more consonants are combined to create a single sound.