Xitsonga Home Language - Term 4 - Week 8

Guided reading is a teaching approach that helps students improve their reading skills by working with a teacher in small groups. Today, we will read a short story together in Xitsonga. As we read, I will ask questions to help you think about what the story means. We will also discuss the characters and events to deepen our understanding.

Let's read a short story about 'Mpfuni na Nhlamulo'. As we read, pay attention to the main idea and the characters. After reading, I will ask you questions like, 'Who is Mpfuni?' and 'What did Nhlamulo do?' This will help you practice your comprehension skills.

After reading the story, we will have a group discussion. I will ask you to share your thoughts about the story. For example, 'What did you like about Mpfuni?' or 'How did Nhlamulo feel?' This will help you practice speaking and listening in Xitsonga. Remember to use full sentences when you answer.

Now it's your turn to write! Using the story we read, write three sentences about what happened. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. For example, 'Mpfuni was happy.' After you finish writing, we will share our sentences with the class.

• Mpfuni
• Nhlamulo
• Ndlovu
• Tshilidzi

Answer: Mpfuni

Mpfuni is the main character in the story we read.

• Helped Mpfuni
• Ran away
• Cried
• Sang a song

Answer: Helped Mpfuni

Nhlamulo helped Mpfuni in the story.

Answer: The story is about friendship and helping each other.

The main idea focuses on the importance of friendship.

• Sad
• Happy
• Angry
• Scared

Answer: Happy

Mpfuni felt happy during the story.

Answer: Nhlamulo is a good friend.

This sentence describes Nhlamulo positively.

• Played games
• Fought
• Slept
• Studied

Answer: Played games

Mpfuni and Nhlamulo enjoyed playing games together.

Answer: I can help my friend by sharing and listening.

Helping a friend involves sharing and being a good listener.

• Trust
• Jealousy
• Competition
• Laziness

Answer: Trust

Trust is essential for a strong friendship.