3.3 Thomas flies high 04 - new

English first additional language

Thomas flies high

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.

New words are introduced and learnt before learners read the story of Thomas. Thomas leaves his home and friends to follow the advice of strangers. This leads to his death. The life cycle of frogs is studied in this module.

Learners are exposed to a mindmap of creatures in the forest.

Integration of themes.

• Social Justice

Learners should heed the warnings of friends and parents and be careful of strangers.

• A healthy environment

Keep ponds, rivers clean because of the creatures that inhabit them.

By studying the life cycle of the frog learners become aware of the wonder of nature and their responsibility towards it.

Leaner section

Content

• Draw up a list of words that are hiding in the reeds.
• See how many more you can add to your list with the same “ck” sound at the end.

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• Read the body parts.
• Label the diagram.

• Body parts:

head scales tail fin

eye tail teeth

mouth back fin

• Discuss these questions in groups.
• Write “yes” or “no” next to each question.

1. Can fish swim? …………………………………………………………………

2. Do fish have lungs? …………………………………………………………….

3. Are their bodies covered in scales?……………………………………………..

4. Can fish live on land? …………………………………………………………..

5. Can fish walk? ………………………………………………………………….

• The story goes on.
• Listen first.
• Find and read the new words.
• Read the story and pronounce your words carefully and correctly.

New friends

One day two wild geese came to the pond.

They liked the little pond.

They became great friends with Thomas.

They told Thomas about strange places over the mountains.

“We live in a beautiful cave by the seaside,” they said.

“Oh! “ said Thomas, “I would like to see the sea.

“Come with us,” said the wild geese.

“We will show you all these beautiful places.”

“But I don’t have wings!”

“We will take you. We have a plan,” they said.