Afrikaans First Additional Language - Grade 6
Our Grade 6 Afrikaans program builds on foundation phase learning to develop intermediate proficiency in South Africa’s second most spoken language. Students engage with authentic materials and cultural contexts.
Language Skills Development
Listening and Speaking
- Participate in conversations and discussions
- Listen to and understand various text types
- Present information clearly and confidently
- Use appropriate register and tone
Reading and Viewing
- Read various text types with comprehension
- Analyze literary texts and poetry
- Extract information from visual texts
- Develop critical reading skills
Writing and Presenting
- Write different text types (narratives, descriptions, letters)
- Use correct grammar and sentence construction
- Edit and improve written work
- Present work using various media
Language Structures and Conventions
- Parts of speech and sentence analysis
- Tenses and verb conjugations
- Spelling and punctuation rules
- Vocabulary expansion
Cultural Integration
Students explore Afrikaans culture through:
- Traditional stories and folklore
- Contemporary Afrikaans literature
- Cultural celebrations and traditions
- Historical contexts and heritage
Assessment Strategy
Assessment is conducted through:
- Formal Assessment: Tests, examinations, and projects (75%)
- Informal Assessment: Classwork, homework, and participation (25%)
Support for Diverse Learners
We provide differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles and proficiency levels, ensuring all students can succeed in acquiring Afrikaans language skills.
