Xitsonga First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 3

Shared reading is a collaborative reading experience where the teacher reads a text aloud while students follow along. This week, we will focus on predicting what might happen next in the story. Predictions help us engage with the text and think critically about the content. We will read a short story in Xitsonga and discuss our predictions before and after reading.

Let's read a short story about a young boy named Thabo who finds a mysterious box in the forest. Before reading, I will ask, 'What do you think is inside the box?' Students will share their predictions. After reading, we will discuss whether their predictions were correct and what clues in the text helped them make their guesses.

In small groups, students will receive a different short text. They will read the text together and discuss their predictions about the story's ending. Each group will then share their predictions with the class. I will guide them by asking questions such as, 'What words in the text helped you make your prediction?' and 'How do you think the story will end?'

Students will choose a short story from their reading corner and write down their predictions about what will happen next. They should write at least three sentences, ensuring they use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, they will share their predictions with a partner and discuss whether they think their predictions will come true.

• To memorize the text
• To guess the ending
• To engage with the story
• To read faster

Answer: To engage with the story

Making predictions helps readers connect with the text and think critically about what they are reading.

Answer: Make predictions about what might happen.

Before reading, making predictions helps to set a purpose for reading and engages the reader.

• The boy will find a treasure.
• The boy will read a book.
• The boy will go to school.
• The boy will eat lunch.

Answer: The boy will find a treasure.

This prediction is based on the context of finding a mysterious box, which suggests something valuable might be inside.

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

Discussing predictions allows students to hear various viewpoints and enhances their comprehension.

• Only one word
• Three sentences with punctuation
• A drawing
• A summary of the story

Answer: Three sentences with punctuation

Writing predictions in complete sentences with correct punctuation helps develop writing skills.

Answer: I learned whether my predictions were correct and what clues helped me.

Reflecting on predictions helps reinforce comprehension and critical thinking.

• By reading the text
• By asking a friend
• By guessing again
• By ignoring the text