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 to the story.
- Answer the questions.
- Read the story with expression and correct pronunciation.
Zigi
Do you remember Baby Zebra?
He slept under the stars and the next
morning he had his stripes.
Baby Zebra was called Zigi.
He was a playful little zebra.
His best friend was Leo the lion cub.
They played together in the forest.
They splashed in the flowing waters of the river.
The hippopotamuses, crocodiles, fishes and
the frogs played with them.
The butterflies, the birds and the dragonflies
watched them play.
They were such good friends!
- How well did you listen?
1. Tell the class what happened in Module 6 when Zigi was born.
2. Who was Zigi’s best friend?
3. Tell the class about your best friend?
| LO 1.1.4 | LO 2.6 | LO 3.2.5 | LO 3.5 |
- Draw a picture of Zigi and Leo playing in the forest.
- Write a sentence about your picture.
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| LO 2.5 | LO 4.3 |
- Draw a big hippopotamus.
- Draw a little hippopotamus.
| LO 2.5 | LO 3.8.1 | LO 5.1 |
Phonics
- Read these words. They all end in “th”.
catch, match, hatch, patch, latch, fetch, stitch
- Complete the sentences.
1. The cat will ....................................................................................... the mouse.
2. Granny will .......................................................................................... my shirt.
3. Please ................................................................................................... the book.
4. The egg will .........................................................................................................
5. Light the fire with the .........................................................................................
6. The door has a .....................................................................................................
7. The shoemaker will ............................................................................. my shoe.
| LO 3.3.1 | LO 4.1 |
Assessment
Learning Outcome 1: LISTENING : The learner will be able to listen for information and enjoyment, and respond appropriately and critically in a wide range of situations.
Assessment Standard 1.1: We know this when the learner shows understanding of stories rhymes and poems:
1.1.4 recalls and retells parts of the story;
Learning Outcome 2: SPEAKING : The learner is able to communicate confidently and effectively in spoken language in a wide range of situations.
Assessment Standard 2.5: We know this when the learner talks about a picture, photograph or object:
Assessment Standard 2.6: We know this when the learner attends to pronunciation as part of reading:
Learning Outcome 3: READING AND VIEWING : The learner is able to read and view for information and enjoyment, and respond critically to the aesthetic, cultural and emotional values in texts;
Assessment Standard 3.2: We know this when the learner begins to make meaning of written text by reading with the teacher:
3.2.5 retells the story;
Assessment Standard 3.3: We know this when the learner recognises and makes meaning of letters and words:
3.3.1 recognises on sight an increasing number of high-frequency words;
Assessment Standard 3.5: We know this when the learner reads aloud using correct pronunciation and appropriate stress:
Assessment Standard 3.8: We know this when the learner develops phonic awareness:
3.8.1 reads and follows instructions (e.g. how to play a game).
Learning Outcome 4: WRITING : The learner will be able to write different kinds of factual and imaginative texts for a wide range of purposes.
Assessment Standard 4.1: We know this when the learner writes individual words such as labels:
Assessment Standard 4.3: We know this when the learner spells common words correctly.
Learning Outcome 5: THINKING AND REASONING : The learner is able to use language to think and reason, and access, process and use information for learning.
Assessment Standard 5.1: We know this when the learner understands concepts and vocabulary relating to measurement.