Xitsonga Home Language - Term 1 - Week 3

Today, we will explore the concept of shared reading. Shared reading is when we read a text together as a class. It helps us understand stories better and allows us to make predictions about what might happen next. We will read a short story in Xitsonga and discuss it as a group. I will ask you questions to help you think about the story and what you think will happen.

Let’s read a short story about a young girl named Nandi who finds a mysterious box in her garden. As we read, I will pause and ask, 'What do you think is inside the box?' This encourages you to make predictions based on the clues in the text. After reading, we will discuss your predictions and why you think that.

After reading the story, we will have a group discussion. I will ask you questions like, 'What did Nandi do when she found the box?' and 'How do you think she felt?' You will share your thoughts with your classmates. Remember to listen carefully to others and build on their ideas. This will help us understand the story better and practice our speaking skills.

Now it’s your turn to write! I want you to write three sentences about what you think Nandi might do next. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. For example, you could write, 'Nandi opened the box. She was surprised. Inside, there was a beautiful necklace.' After you finish writing, share your sentences with a partner.

• Reading alone in silence
• Reading together as a class
• Reading only in Xitsonga
• Reading only in English

Answer: Reading together as a class

Shared reading involves the whole class reading a text together, which helps improve understanding and engagement.

• Guess randomly
• Use clues from the text
• Ignore the text
• Only think about the ending

Answer: Use clues from the text

Making predictions should be based on the information and clues provided in the text.

Answer: Surprised

Finding a mysterious box can evoke feelings of surprise or curiosity.

• To ignore their ideas
• To learn and build on their thoughts
• To talk more than them
• To finish quickly

Answer: To learn and build on their thoughts

Listening allows us to understand different perspectives and enrich our own ideas.

Answer: Nandi might open the box to see what is inside.

This sentence shows a logical prediction based on the story context.

• Using correct punctuation
• Writing without thinking
• Copying from others
• Not checking your work

Answer: Using correct punctuation

Correct punctuation helps make your writing clear and understandable.

• Read silently
• Read together and discuss
• Only listen to the teacher
• Draw pictures

Answer: Read together and discuss