English first additional language
Zigi
Educator section
Memorandum
In Grade 3 learners continue to expand their vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts such as poem, stories, riddles and doing word puzzles.
These modules consolidate and revise the vocabulary and phonics introduced in Grade 2. More opportunities are given for written work producing longer texts of more varied kinds. Learners should not be afraid to make mistakes as the building of confidence and fluency should take priority above perfect written work.
Time scheduled for the modules
All learners should work through all eight modules as the phonics and spelling requirements are spread over these modules. The educator should however allow learners to complete them at their own pace namely ± two modules per term.
Zigi, the baby zebra grows up and becomes King Leo’s best friend. Together they teach the monkeys and the crocodiles a lesson. Phonics are extended with the learning of the sounds “ tch ”, “ ai ”, “ ay ”, “ e ” at the end of a word changes the sounds of the vowels. More sounds: “ ar ”, “ or , “ oa ”, “ oe ”, “ ie ”, “ er ”, “ ur ”, “ oy ” and “ oi ”.
Learners answer questions about a graph. They read a factual passage on “Animal Camouflage” and discuss what they have learnt.
Integration of themes
- Social Justice
Patterns of behaviour are important and social skills should be developed and practised.
- Human rights
By observing the behaviour of all the animals in the stories, learners become aware of the rights of the people around them.
- A healthy environment
As the creatures of the forest need to live in harmony with one another, so must people learn correct behavioural patterns.
Leaner section
Content
- Listen and read the story.
Zigi and leo grow up
Zigi grew up and became the most beautiful,
fastest, strongest zebra in the forest.
Leo grew up and became the most beautiful,
fastest, strongest lion in the forest.
The animals made Leo their King.
Zigi was still King Leo’s best friend.
They still splashed in the flowing water of the river.
They still went on long runs in the forest.
- Draw the picture of them splashing in the water.
| LO 1.1 | LO 2.5 | LO 3.4 |
- Read and draw:
a long snake
a longer snake
a tall tree
a taller tree
| LO 1.4 | LO 5.1 |
- Draw a picture showing King Leo and his best friend, Zigi.
- Write some sentences about them.
- Use your file to find words that can help you.
- Read your story to the class.
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